Sanitation / Production Supervisor

Grande Cheese; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Grande Cheese, a leader in Italian cheese production, is seeking a 3rd Shift Sanitation / Production Supervisor passionate about manufacturing excellence. This role involves overseeing sanitation and production processes, maintaining safety, and fostering a positive team dynamic. Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Benefits

Free onsite clinics

Free onsite fitness center

Health and wellness reimbursement program

Associate cheese purchasing program

Two-year mentorship program

Qualifications

• Three or more years of manufacturing experience, preferably in food industry.
• Strong understanding of lean principles and process optimization.
• Proven ability to manage teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily sanitation and production activities.
• Lead and support team members while coordinating schedules.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure safety.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Leadership, or Industrial Tech

Associates Degree

Tools

MS Office

Manufacturing software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Why Grande?

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com.

Did we convince you yet? If not check out our unique benefits:

• Free onsite clinics.
• Free onsite fitness center.
• Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
• Health and wellness reimbursement program.
• Associate cheese purchasing program.
• Two-year mentorship program.
• Relaxation rooms (based on location).
• Coffee and gelato bar (based on location).
• State of the art corporate building: https://www.grande.com/careers/#office

Job Summary

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence? We are seeking a 3rd Shift Sanitation / Production Supervisorto oversee daily sanitation and production activities, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety. In this role, you will lead and support team members, coordinate schedules, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, meeting production goals, and fostering a positive team culture that aligns with our mission. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to operational excellence, we want to hear from you!

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday; 3rd Shift

What you need to be considered for the role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Leadership, Industrial Tech or other related field strongly desired. An equivalent level of experience may be considered.
• Three (3) or more years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the food manufacturing industry, with work experience and/or training related to management/leadership skills required.
• Knowledge and experience of lean principles and process optimization.
• Demonstrated leadership ability including ability to effectively speak and present information and respond to questions.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to comprehend technical instructions/policies/procedures in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing software and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with safety and quality compliance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred:

• Certification in lean manufacturing, such as Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local food and water regulations, including CFR, FSMA, the PMO, and Bioterrorism Act preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications Education

Required

Associates Degree

Preferred

Bachelors Degree

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