Production Supervisor

Ventura Foods; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & V

Vision – coverage starting day 1

Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays

Employee Appreciation Events

Job summary

Ventura Foods seeks a Production Supervisor for the Waukesha facility to oversee shift operations, focusing on production goals, quality, safety, and people leadership. You will coach employees, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with management to sustain plant performance and costs.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, floor engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver results each shift.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years frontline supervisor in manufacturing.
• GMPs, HACCP, and sanitation knowledge helpful.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow to meet production goals and quality targets.
• Monitor production on the floor and engage with the team; escalate issues as needed.
• Plan, organize, and delegate work to meet schedules and improve OEE.
• Handle interviewing, scheduling, safety reporting, and Kronos entries.
• Ensure product specifications are met and address quality issues through training.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and provide shift handover details.
• Attend meetings and communicate shifts effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Analytical ability

Coaching

Problem solving

Motivation

Tools

RedZone

Kronos

Job description

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Location:

Waukesha, WI, US, 53186

Employment Type: Salaried
Shift: Second
Work Arrangement:Onsite

Position Summary:

The production supervisor's responsibility is to oversee the workflow at our facilities. Supervisors should have a focus on meeting production goals, quality, safety, people leadership, engagement, and cost objectives. The role is a complex one—more than simply overseeing the work of others . A supervisor is also responsible for the coaching and development of employees, resolving issues and escalating as needed, and guiding our team to be successful every shift. The Supervisor serves as the link between the area team and upper management relaying information and engaging with the overall success of the plant.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performance management of direct reports including - direction setting, accountability, coaching, feedback, performance reviews, development, training, etc.
• Responsible for monitoring the production process utilizing RedZone and by being on the floor engaging with the area team. Escalating any production issues per the escalation criteria and communicating within a timely manner.
• Plan, organize, and delegate work assignments to accommodate departmental schedules and to best utilize manpower and equipment and thereby meeting OEE efficiencies and striving for continual improvement within department.
• Ensures administrative tasks are completed including interviewing new potential team members, planning & scheduling, safety reporting, kronos, and other system entries.
• Ensure product specifications are met and alerting production manager and quality assurance if product quality is in question immediately. Resolve quality issues through training of personnel and enforcement of standards.
• Leading & Participation in continuous improvement projects within supervised area.
• Attending specified meetings and providing detailed shift handover information.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of 3-5 years as front line supervisor in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing facilities and knowledge of GMP's, HACCP, and sanitation practices is helpful.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must possess knowledge of the manufacturing environment.
• Skill set of strong leadership capability and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross functionally and upwards.
• Skill set must include strong analytical ability, observation, and coaching skills.
• Ability to motivate, lead, and engage employees.
• Excellent problem solving skills and strong work ethic.

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provideready-to-goproduct solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands:

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s)and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used inoperations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.