Whey Production Supervisor — Lead, Coach & Optimize

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.; Reedsburg (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Community involvement

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a supervisor for the whey department in Wisconsin. You will lead and coach whey staff, plan daily operations, and ensure production aligns with quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to food safety. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years manufacturing experience, 1–3 years in supervision, and are prepared to obtain required certifications within one year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; some college desirable.
• 2–5 years in manufacturing, farming, or agriculture environment preferred.
• 1–3 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Proven mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and leadership/mentoring abilities.
• Continuing education annually required.
• Obtain Wisconsin Pasteurization Certification/License within 1 year.
• Obtain HACCP Certification within 1 year.
• Sanitation chemical certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach whey department employees to meet performance objectives and provide strong leadership.
• Plan and schedule daily whey plant operations to maximize efficiency of personnel and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with all plant employees and ensure timely production.
• Recommend changes to procedures to maintain quality, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Train hourly workers in equipment operation, procedures, shipping/receiving, sanitation, and loss prevention.
• Promote safety and food safety programs to minimize incidents and ensure first-pass quality.
• Maintain production and time records; supervise scheduling and daily activities.
• Ensure procedures maximize production efficiency and product quality while controlling costs.
• Support a culture aligned with Saputo's values and beliefs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Employee development

Education

High School Diploma

Wisconsin Pasteurization Certification/License

HACCP Certification

Sanitation chemical certification

Tools

L/N ERP system

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a supervisor for the whey department in Wisconsin. You will lead and coach whey staff, plan daily operations, and ensure production aligns with quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to food safety. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years manufacturing experience, 1–3 years in supervision, and are prepared to obtain required certifications within one year.