Relocation‑Supported Dairy Production Leader, 2nd & 3rd Shift

ADP, Inc.; Ovid Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Health & life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Michigan Milk Producers Association in Ovid, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor for 2nd and 3rd shifts. The role focuses on leading a team in a fast-paced dairy processing environment, driving safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting continuous improvement.

Relocation assistance is available. The supervisor will plan resources, coach staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve plant objectives and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, food production, dairy processing, or a related industry preferred.
• Strong leadership experience managing teams in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, productivity, and customer requirements.
• Plan and organize personnel, materials, equipment, and production schedules to maximize efficiency.
• Coach, develop, and hold employees accountable to performance expectations and plant standards.
• Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication and smooth operational transitions.
• Promote and maintain compliance with food safety, SQF, FSMA, GMP, and workplace safety programs.
• Monitor production processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Coordinate staffing, workflow adjustments, and operational priorities to meet business demands.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, engagement, and professional growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve issues and improve overall plant performance.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and uphold company policies and procedures.
• Serve as a hands-on leader who supports operational success while developing future talent.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Excel

Manufacturing systems

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Michigan Milk Producers Association in Ovid, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor for 2nd and 3rd shifts. The role focuses on leading a team in a fast-paced dairy processing environment, driving safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting continuous improvement.

Relocation assistance is available. The supervisor will plan resources, coach staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve plant objectives and ensure regulatory compliance.