Production Supervisor - 3rd shift

Saputo Inc.; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Production Supervisor for its new facility in Franklin, WI. This role is pivotal in enhancing productivity and ensuring quality in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will lead a team, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to employee development and safety, this opportunity offers a chance to make a real impact in a collaborative and growth-oriented workplace. Join a company that values your contributions and supports your professional journey.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Employee Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Employee Recognition Programs

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of supervisor level experience in food manufacturing.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw conclusions.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production employees to maximize productivity.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures.
• Conduct employee training and performance monitoring.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Problem Solving

Good Manufacturing Practices

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Leadership

Safety Policies

Education

Associate's Degree in Operations Management

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

The Production Supervisor in Franklin WI will be a key stakeholder for a new 340,000 square foot conversion facility and will play an integral part of Saputo’s strategy to optimize its cheese network in North America. Saputo has a strong history in Wisconsin and are proud to be expanding our footprint in this area.

The Production Supervisor directly supervises production employees to maximize productivity on assigned shifts and areas. This includes planning, assigning, and directing work, addressing, and resolving product and employee concerns. This person carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies, OSHA regulations and applicable laws.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to assign, direct, review, and monitor work of supervised staff to maximize productivity in the plant.
• Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency, quality of product, employee safety, and state and federal guidelines.
• Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments to machines.
• Coordinate and communicate production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of production run assignments.
• Evaluate and anticipate production volume adjustments, daily assignment of duties; establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production run schedules.
• Using an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, such as SAP, complete production data entry results and reporting to include production results, volume, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), planned/unplanned downtime by product type and order.
• Complete and review production/packaging records, Master Cleaning Sanitation Lists, schedules, accident reports and investigations, and any other documents.
• Coordinate and conduct employee training (i.e. job, safety, etc.) and monitor work performance.
• Recommends improvements to production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Using Continued Improvement (CI) methods, analyze, identify, and communicate root cause and preventive measures to proactively resolve work problems.
• Maintains time and production records as required.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with other departments to meet performance objectives.
• Provide supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, and performance management. If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate in grievances solutions or other contract related activities and discussions.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures. Support employee progressive disciplinary action activities in partnership with Human Resources.
• Promote safety programs and policies to reduce the number of safety incidents and near-misses.
• Trains and instructs employees regarding production and equipment standards and processes. Oversees instruction, implementation, and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.
• Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
  
  
  

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications

• Minimum three years of supervisor level experience in a food manufacturing/packaging environment.
• A minimum of an Associate’s degree in Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
• Proficient with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions, SAP preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Have good organizational skills with ability to prioritize and pay attention to the details.
• Strong team player and leader with ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees.
• Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends in support of plant operations.
• Demonstrates professionalism and positively represents and promotes Saputo at all times.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.
  
  
  

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a Voluntary Time Off (VTO) program and plant engagement activities.
• Work on a smoke free campus that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.
  
  
  

Salary range: $71,805 - $94,245

Salary offers vary commensurate with experience, skills, education, and training

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC endeavors to make CareersUSA.Saputo.com accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.

To review the Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA LLC Privacy Notice for California applicants, please visit our Corporate website associated section by clicking here (English) or here (Spanish).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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