3rd Shift - Production Supervisor

Winona Foods • Green Bay, WI • 1h ago

Locally owned and operated since 1995, Winona Foods is proud to be a growing industry leader in innovative cheese manufacturing, converting, and distribution. We support a wide range of partners - from major dairy manufacturers to industrial and foodservice customers across the country.

If you're looking for a workplace where people matter, your ideas are valued, and your work makes a real impact on product quality and customer satisfaction, you'll feel right at home here.

Winona Foods - Imagine the Possibilities!

Job Details

Full-time

3rd shift (9:00pm-5:00am, Monday-Friday, some Saturdays as needed)

$6,000 annual 3rd shift premium in addition to base salary

Department: Production - Slice Department

Location: 1521 Brookfield Avenue, Green Bay, WI 54313

Competitive salary and benefits package

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift leads overnight operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role operates with a high level of independence, leading teams through Team Leads while coordinating closely with Maintenance and Quality. The Supervisor is responsible for end-of-week sanitation, team development, and driving daily performance in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with safety policies, GMPs, and company procedures

Promote a safe, clean work environment through active presence and enforcement

Leadership & Team Management

Supervise, coach, and develop production employees and Team Leads

Lead 2-3 Team Leads; set expectations and ensure accountability

Partner on staffing, line coverage, and daily labor allocation

Provide performance feedback and address concerns as needed

3rd Shift Operations & Communication

Serve as primary on-shift decision-maker with a high level of autonomy

Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, and other leaders to resolve issues

Ensure clear shift handoff, including results, issues, and follow-ups

Production Execution

Drive performance in safety, quality, throughput, labor, and waste

Monitor operations, address gaps, and adjust priorities as needed

Ensure accurate production reporting and documentation

Sanitation & Food Safety

Lead end-of-week sanitation, ensuring proper execution and compliance

Verify cleaning completion and readiness for startup

Ensure adherence to food safety programs; partner with Quality to resolve issues

Support sanitation processes through training and continuous improvement

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

Support continuous improvement and standard work

Identify recurring issues and assist with root cause solutions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and other departments to support operations

Floor Presence

Maintain strong floor presence to monitor operations, reinforce expectations, and coach employees

Note: Certain technical, food safety, and process-specific responsibilities will be learned through on-the-job training.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred

3-5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in dairy/cheese or food production

Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Experience with sanitation processes (SSOPs), equipment cleaning, and sanitation readiness in a food manufacturing environment preferred

Continuous improvement experience (Lean, 5S, waste reduction, or similar) or willingness to learn preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of GMPs, food safety programs (HACCP or Preventive Controls), and sanitation practices

Familiarity with allergen control and dairy-specific food safety risks preferred

Ability to lead, coach, and develop employees, including Team Leads or frontline leaders preferred

Strong problem-solving skills with ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment

Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize work effectively, and ensure follow-through

Experience using ERP, MES, or OEE systems preferred; ability to interpret production data and act on trends

Strong written and verbal communication skills across shifts and departments

Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills or experience working in a diverse workforce preferred

Work Environment

Work is performed in a food manufacturing environment with cold temperatures, moving equipment, and moderate to high noise levels. Personal protective equipment is required.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Winona Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these protected characteristics. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process.

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