Second Shift Operations Leader - Continuous Improvement

Salm Partners, LLC; Denmark (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) optional

Short-term disability and life保险

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Salm Partners, LLC is seeking a capable Shift Manager to oversee production operations and sanitation on the assigned shift. You will monitor performance metrics, drive continuous improvement, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with GMP, SQF, and USDA requirements.

The role requires supervising facilitators, coordinating SOPs, managing staffing, and ensuring safety and quality across blending, packaging, and related areas. A strong background in food manufacturing and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have prior supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• GMP and HACCP knowledge required; strong safety and quality focus.
• Excellent communication and teaching abilities; ability to mentor staff.
• Proficient with standard office software; experience with manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production operations across blending, stuffing, packaging, sleeving, washing and palletizing.
• Supervise shift facilitators and manage shift performance and personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives; evaluate processes and recommend changes.
• Develop or revise SOPs and work instructions; ensure procedural compliance.
• Identify root causes and reduce non-conformance in processes.
• Communicate daily production schedule in pre-shift meetings.
• Plan staffing levels to meet production plans; review temporary staffing.
• Review production and maintenance reports; resolve issues to minimize costs.
• Oversee supply usage and finished goods inventory.
• Identify training needs and ensure timely delivery.
• Manage performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee sanitation activities and maintain SQF compliance.
• Ensure GMP, USDA-FSIS and QA requirements are met.
• Lead safety investigations and corrective actions; provide backup support.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and CI initiatives.
• Interview, hire, train and manage shift personnel; work to build a positive environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal communication

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Problem solving / root cause analysis

Training and development

Strong work ethic / integrity

Leadership / mentoring

MS Word / Excel / Outlook

MAS 500 software

Education

Bachelors degree in Business, Operations Management or related field

Tools

MAS 500

Job description

Salm Partners, LLC is seeking a capable Shift Manager to oversee production operations and sanitation on the assigned shift. You will monitor performance metrics, drive continuous improvement, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with GMP, SQF, and USDA requirements.

The role requires supervising facilitators, coordinating SOPs, managing staffing, and ensuring safety and quality across blending, packaging, and related areas. A strong background in food manufacturing and leadership is essential.