Production Supervisor

Winland Foods, Inc.; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

HSA

FSA

EAP

Job summary

Winland Foods, Inc. seeks a Production Supervisor to lead Kenosha-based production lines on a 2-2-3, 6pm–6:30am schedule. You will coach staff, ensure safety, quality, and cost objectives, and drive continuous improvement daily.

You’ll implement action plans, resolve root causes, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet weekly schedules and productivity targets while maintaining GMP and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Requires supervisory experience and ability to lead teams.
• Experience in project management and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and safety management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for production lines; onboard and coach staff.
• Communicate operational, staffing, and performance info across shifts.
• Implement corrective actions to address root causes and drive improvements.
• Meet production standards using MOS and CI practices.
• Schedule and assign personnel to complete production plans.
• Complete payroll and shift reports; ensure GMP and food safety compliance.
• Participate in problem-solving and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Project management

Communication

Safety management

Team coaching

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Office 365

Job description

## Production SupervisorApply: USA-WI Kenosha: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R29218The Production Supervisor provides leadership and direction to production associates to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This role is responsible for executing production action plans, resolving systemic issues through corrective actions, and supporting day-to-day line operations to meet quality, service, and cost objectives. The Supervisor plays a key role in fostering a Continuous Improvement (CI) culture on the production floor by coaching employees, facilitating CI tool use, and promoting standard processes. Through strong leadership and team-based problem-solving, the Supervisor works to enhance line stability, reliability, and associate capability while driving results through disciplined execution.**Employee Type:**Full time**Location:**WI Kenosha**Job Type:**Production Operations**Job Posting Title:**Production Supervisor**Job Description:****Schedule:** 2-2-3 schedule, working 6pm to 6:30am**Work Location:** 6819 77th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53142**Benefits:** Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.**Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:** $73,000 - $108,900 annually with additional bonus potential **Roles and Responsibilities:*** Provide leadership for assigned production lines by supervising employees through effective onboarding, communication of job expectations, training, coaching, and performance feedback. Actively engage employees in personal and professional development opportunities.* Communicate all necessary operational, staffing, and performance information to team members and incoming shift supervisors to ensure smooth shift transitions.* Execute departmental action plans and implement corrective actions that address root causes and deliver sustainable solutions* Meet production operational standards by implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer service requirements using MOS, the company’s continuous improvement system.* Identify, analyze, and resolve production issues while proactively driving process improvements.* Foster a collaborative and cooperative work environment within the department and across cross-functional teams.* Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, cost control, and customer service.* Ensure production priorities are met by adhering to weekly production schedules and managing daily operational requirements.* Complete production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, monitoring workflow, establishing priorities, revising schedules as needed, and resolving operational challenges.* Accurately complete payroll and related administrative requirements in a timely manner.* Track and record production results by completing daily shift production reports and calculating performance in alignment with TMOS standard work.* Complete all required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.* Ensure departmental work practices comply with food safety standards, employee safety requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).* Communicate regularly with peers and cross-functional partners; actively participate in problem-solving efforts and project-based teamwork.* Perform other duties as assigned. **Skills:*** Requires sound supervisory and organizational skills* Ability to accomplish established goals through the efforts of others by motivating, fostering teamwork, resolving conflict, coaching, safety management, production planning and manufacturing control planning.* SAP or manufacturing tracking systems or similar software highly preferred.* Strong Office 365 experience (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)* Good understanding of manufacturing processes related to the food or beverage industry.* Strong problem solving and follow-up skills* Experience leading small projects. i.e. project management* Results driven with high personal ownership **Physical Requirements:*** Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.* Must be able to perform the following: standing, climbing, pulling, and or pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and stooping.* Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently. **Minimum Requirements:*** High school diploma or GED required, Associates’ degree preferred.* Minimum of 3-5 years supervisory experience.* Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.* Strong project management skills* Excellent communication written/verbal is required**EEO Statement:**Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.