Production Supervisor - 2nd Or 3rd Shift

Aerotek; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K match

PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in Milwaukee, WI is hiring a Production Supervisor for the 2nd or 3rd shift to oversee 12 production lines and up to 60 team members, ensuring daily targets, quality, and safety in accordance with USDA, OSHA, and BRC guidelines.

This role emphasizes continuous improvement, accurate documentation, staffing coordination with agencies and HR, and coaching staff to meet performance and CI goals in a fast-paced food production environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of production experience in GMP environment.
• 2+ years supervisory or leadership experience in production.
• Ability to oversee up to 60 staff on multiple lines.
• Ability to set up, operate, troubleshoot production machinery.
• Knowledge of GMP standards and food safety practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills for scheduling and documentation.
• Ability to enforce USDA, OSHA, and BRC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of plant floor staff across 12 production lines, overseeing up to approximately 60 associates, leads, and temporary workers.
• Monitor production output to ensure all products meet established specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure daily production schedules are met for all assigned lines and adjust workflows as needed to achieve targets.
• Direct and coordinate the daily activities of team members in the operations department to maintain efficient and safe production.
• Ensure proper staffing levels on each line and communicate staffing changes or needs to leadership, staffing agencies, and HR as required.
• Monitor material usage on production lines to prevent overuse or underuse of materials and minimize waste.
• Complete all production-related paperwork in accordance with company guidelines, USDA regulations, and BRC policies.
• Participate in training team members on rules, regulations, safety practices, job expectations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Coach and mentor team members to achieve desired performance levels and support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Conduct regular work site reviews to ensure team members work safely and properly according to company policies, including wearing all required PPE and following GMPs.

Skills

GMP experience

Supervisory experience

Production equipment

GMP compliance

MS Office

Organizational skills

USDA/BRC knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Food safety

Job description

Job Title: Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift

Pay: $70K - $85K + Bonus

Job Description

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations on 12 production lines, leading up to approximately 60 team members, including associates, leads, and temporary staff. This role coordinates all production activities related to output, quality, and efficiency while ensuring strict adherence to people and food safety standards in alignment with USDA, OSHA, and BRC guidelines. The Production Supervisor actively supports continuous improvement, maintains accurate documentation, and ensures production goals are consistently achieved on the 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of plant floor staff across 12 production lines, overseeing up to approximately 60 associates, leads, and temporary workers.
• Monitor production output to ensure all products meet established specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure daily production schedules are met for all assigned lines and adjust workflows as needed to achieve targets.
• Direct and coordinate the daily activities of team members in the operations department to maintain efficient and safe production.
• Ensure proper staffing levels on each line and communicate staffing changes or needs to leadership, staffing agencies, and HR as required.
• Monitor material usage on production lines to prevent overuse or underuse of materials and minimize waste.
• Complete all production-related paperwork in accordance with company guidelines, USDA regulations, and BRC policies.
• Participate in training team members on rules, regulations, safety practices, job expectations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Coach and mentor team members to achieve desired performance levels and support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Conduct regular work site reviews to ensure team members work safely and properly according to company policies, including wearing all required PPE and following GMPs.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of production experience, preferably in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment.
• 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a production setting.
• Proven supervisory skills with the ability to oversee 3060 individuals in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot production machinery and equipment.
• Knowledge and practical application of GMP standards and food safety practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills to manage schedules, staffing, and documentation effectively.
• Ability to enforce regulatory and company policies related to USDA, OSHA, and BRC requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Experience using Microsoft Office for reporting, documentation, and communication.
• Experience working in a food production, bakery, or similar GMP-regulated environment is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and process optimization.
• Experience participating in or supporting safety investigations and incident reporting.
• Comfort working with staffing agencies and HR partners to manage workforce needs.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a modern, state-of-the-art production facility and a culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Team members enjoy generous perks such as free pizzas each month, paid time off, a floating holiday of their choice, and performance-based bonus opportunities. The organization promotes a supportive environment where leaders invest in training, development, and clear expectations, creating strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Work Environment

This role is based on the 2nd shift, working approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays during peak seasons. The facility operates under strict GMP standards, requiring the use of hair nets, beard nets (as applicable), hard hats, smocks, and steel-toe footwear while on the production floor. The bakery area can be hot due to continuous oven operations, while the warehouse and packaging areas are cooler, with some work in freezer environments. The workplace is highly structured around safety, food quality, and compliance, with a strong emphasis on proper PPE use, cleanliness, and adherence to established procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health, dental, vision insurance401K matchPTO

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.