Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Saputo, Inc.; Franklin, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k and stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor in Franklin, WI to lead production on a 340k sq ft conversion facility.

You will plan, assign, and direct work, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while coordinating schedules and reporting production results, OEE, and downtime data. The role requires 1–3 years of supervisory experience in food packaging, an associate degree in operations management or equivalent, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years supervisory experience in a food packaging environment.
• Associate 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 ERP solutions, SAP preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong team player and leader with cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to lead and retain a team; manage costs and budgetary principles.
• Willingness to work weekends and flexible hours.
• Demonstrates professionalism and represents Saputo positively.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production employees to maximize productivity on assigned shifts and areas.
• Plan, assign, and direct work; address and resolve product and employee concerns.
• Ensure procedures for production efficiency, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance are followed.
• Coordinate production schedules and monitor worker hour requirements; adapt to run schedules.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Problem solving

GMP

Safety policies

SAP ERP

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Team leadership

People management

Budgeting

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

Associate’s degree in Operations Management

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Office

Job description

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 ERP system, complete production data entry results and reporting to include production results, volume, 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 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

• One to three years of supervisory experience in a food packaging environment preferred.
• 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 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, EAP, 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.
• Work on a smoke free campus that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.

Salary Range: $73,000-$93,000

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.

Accessibility Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make Saputo.com/careers 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.

EEO Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 10 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 50 countries. With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.

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