Shift Production Lead - Quality & Efficiency Champion

Dairy Farmers of America; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Wisconsin seeks an experienced Production Shift Lead to assist the supervisor in directing daily production activities, assign work, train staff, and cover breaks and vacations. The role focuses on leading a shift, ensuring product quality, maintaining GMP/HACCP and safety compliance, and driving continuous improvement while coordinating with other departments.

Strong communication, leadership, and a proactive problem-solving mindset are essential to meet production

Qualifications

• Leadership qualities and the ability to direct a team
• Strong teamwork and collaboration across shifts
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving and decision making
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and company systems

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor in directing daily production activities and resources
• Provide work assignments, training, and relief for breaks/vacations
• Lead a shift to ensure quality product and adherence to schedules
• Maintain records, operate, and clean equipment as needed
• Fill in for vacationing or sick staff with minimal notice
• Prioritize safety and promote a sanitary work environment
• Verify production is within specifications and equipment runs correctly
• Monitor compliance with GMP, HACCP, safety, and company policies
• Report nonconformances to supervisor or manager
• Foster cooperation with customers, vendors, and peers
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through continuous improvement mindset
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America in Wisconsin seeks an experienced Production Shift Lead to assist the supervisor in directing daily production activities, assign work, train staff, and cover breaks and vacations. The role focuses on leading a shift, ensuring product quality, maintaining GMP/HACCP and safety compliance, and driving continuous improvement while coordinating with other departments.

Strong communication, leadership, and a proactive problem-solving mindset are essential to meet production