Shift Supervisor- 3rd Shift

Gellert Global Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gellert Global Group seeks a Shift Supervisor for its Wisconsin facility to support production managers across multiple lines. You will enter production data, maintain QA documentation, and ensure operational accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include leading the production team, coordinating equipment setup, conducting safety briefings, and ensuring compliance with GMPs, SOPs, and OSHA standards. This role requires strong leadership and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing or food production experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with sustained focus, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and lead by example.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to convey instructions clearly.
• Proficient in general computer applications and ERP systems.
• Forklift operation certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations and teams to meet throughput goals and schedules.
• Coordinate equipment setup and ensure readiness before start-up.
• Lead pre-shift and post-shift meetings on safety, goals, and performance.
• Communicate daily objectives and staffing plans to teams and management.
• Enter production data accurately for reporting, payroll, and financial tracking.
• Supervise staffing, discipline, and attendance to maintain efficiency.
• Collaborate with QA to maintain GMPs, SOPs, and sanitation standards.
• Enforce OSHA safety requirements and maintain a safe workplace.
• Monitor safety, identify hazards, and report incidents per OSHA guidelines.
• Identify and report nonconformances in materials or products.
• Coordinate with maintenance for work orders and minor repairs.
• Coordinate with Shipping/Receiving to ensure material availability.
• Review timecards for payroll accuracy.
• Escalate issues to Production Manager as needed.
• Operate forklifts/walk-behind jacks as certified.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team leadership

Communication

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Timecard management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

Job description

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This is a 3rd shift position 11pm-7am, Sunday-Thursday/Friday Morning.

Summary/Objective:

The Shift Supervisor supports the Production Manager in daily operations and oversees multiple manufacturing lines. This role is responsible for entering production data into the company’s software system, maintaining the quality assurance documentation, and ensuring operational accuracy.

Essential Functions:

• Manage production team and daily production operations to ensure established throughput, production goals, and schedules are met in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Direct production operations, including coordinating equipment setup and ensuring readiness prior to start-up.
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift meetings to communicate safety expectations, production goals, and performance feedback.
• Communicate daily production objectives, staffing plans, and operational updates to production teams and management.
• Perform required daily production posting and closeout procedures in accordance with internal controls and audit standards.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely entry of production data, including crew counts and production start/stop times, to support reporting, payroll, and financial tracking.
• Responsible for the supervision of the production team including discipline and time and attendance. Coordinate staffing levels and personnel assignments to maintain adequate coverage and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and sanitation standards.
• Enforce adherence to GMPs, SOPs, and OSHA safety requirements, ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.
• Monitor general safety compliance, identify potential hazards, and report safety concerns or incidents to management in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
• Identify, document, and report nonconformances or deficiencies related to raw materials, in-process materials, or finished goods.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and track work orders, monitor progress, and assist with minor repairs as appropriate.
• Coordinate with Shipping and Receiving to ensure material availability and support daily production requirements.
• Review, monitor, and validate employee timecards within the payroll system to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Escalate operational, safety, quality, or personnel issues to the Production Manager in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Occasionally operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts and walk-behind motorized pallet jacks (walkies), in accordance with OSHA requirements, company policies, and applicable training. Must maintain required certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational and compliance objectives.
• Coaching/modeling company values, safety expectations, and quality standards while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and workflow.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional education preferred
• 7+ years of manufacturing or food production experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with sustained focus, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and lead by example.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey instructions, expectations, and information.
• Proficient in general computer applications and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Forklift and/or walk-behind motorized lift.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of the role, including standing and walking for extended periods, frequent use of hands and arms, and the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 40 pounds in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
• Ability to comply with all safety, GMP, and company policies and procedures.

The Gellert Global Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status.