Job Description

Position Overview

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a high-speed food production plant, including managing a team of 50-100 associates. This role ensures operational efficiency through the enforcement of Lean Manufacturing principles and drives continuous improvement initiatives. A strong focus on employee engagement and strict adherence to health, safety, and food safety standards is essential to maintaining high operational and quality benchmarks.

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Location: 2201 West South Branch Blvd. Oak Creek, WI 53154 USA

Pay Range: $80,000 – $90,000 based on experience

• Eligible for 10% annual incentive bonus in December 2026
• For 2025, a hiring bonus of up to $5,000 is available, pro-rated based on the month of hire

Schedule:

• 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00/10:30 PM; required to work two 12-hour shifts per week
• 3rd Shift: Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 PM – 7:00/7:30 AM; on Saturdays, shift is 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Shifts Available: 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift

Key Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):

• Team Leadership & Employee Engagement:
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 50-100 associates, fostering a culture of total employee engagement.
• Health, Safety, & Food Safety Compliance:
• Ensure all health and safety OSHA regulations are followed, aiming for zero health and safety incidents. This includes proper accident/incident reports, identifying the root cause, and developing corrective actions.
• Guarantee strict adherence to food safety protocols, including GMP, SQF, HACCP, STATE, and FDA standards (training provided).
• Operational Coordination:
• Collaborate with line leads to ensure workflow efficiency and target achievement.
• Ensure alignment across teams (Production, QA, Maintenance, etc.) by clearly communicating goals and performance metrics.
• Equipment & Process Optimization:
• Optimize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by addressing bottlenecks and minimizing downtime.
• Implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Production & Quality Management:
• Responsible for output of production including yields, labor, and material costs.
• Responsible for product quality and training of employees on quality standards and procedures.
• Policy Enforcement:
• Enforcement of plant rules for production, hygiene, health and safety, and employee conduct.
• Learn, teach, exhibit, and enforce behaviors consistent with Furlani’s Code of Conduct.
• Communication & Performance Management:
• Ensure open and effective communication. Communicate (lead by example) mission, vision, and values.
• Complete monthly performance reviews for new hires and internal moves for their 3-month evaluation periods.
• Provide performance management counseling and/or progressive discipline in a timely fashion when required.
• Procedural Compliance:
• Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures and Process Controls.
• Maintain fair and consistent application of all company policies and procedures.

Day-to-Day Work:

• Monitor and manage production efficiency, ensuring targets for OEE, downtime reduction, and product quality are met or exceeded.
• Ensure consistent product flow by coordinating with other department leads and resolving operational/personnel challenges as they arise.
• Track production performance and safety incidents, report them, and initiate corrective actions.
• Develop associates through effective use of the Performance Management Process and Wage Reviews Program by constantly measuring performance of employees, overall shift, and of him/herself.
• Track employee vacation requests and follow-up with the Payroll Administrator on these requests.
• Communicate with external employment agencies to ensure adequate staffing each day.
• Follow-up on employee requests (i.e., for employment letters, paystub reviews, etc.).
• Monitor and approve employee hours worked in the timekeeper.

Occasional Work:

• Act as a mentor and coach, leading training sessions on Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S, and Kaizen.
• Lead team huddles, training sessions, and skill development programs.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and process improvement initiatives to resolve systemic issues or implement improvements.

Value-Added Work:

• Lead continuous improvement projects aimed at waste reduction, process optimization, and value stream mapping, aligning with the plant’s 100% continuous improvement model.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance team on TPM initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and train operators on routine maintenance tasks.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools, including 5S and Kaizen, to improve overall plant performance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement.
• Reduction of machine downtime and food safety incidents.
• Health & Safety incident prevention.
• Improvement in product quality and reduction in waste.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Experience: 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Education: No specific educational background required, but familiarity with food production processes or engineering principles is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Strong proficiency in mathematical concepts and applications.
• Proficiency in English both in written and oral communication.
• Strong leadership and employee management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with individuals and in a group setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively within a diverse team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills including the ability to proactively exercise judgment and use analytical skills to generate productive outcomes.
• Proven organizational, planning, and priority-setting skills.

Considered A Plus:

• ERP Knowledge: Experience with ERP systems is a strong asset but not mandatory.
• Bilingual English & Spanish a plus.
• Previous HACCP and first aid certifications a plus & you will be recertified with the company.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Must be willing/able to perform duties and responsibilities in a food manufacturing environment, adhering to all required food safety protocols.
• Safely work independently and around others by following all required site procedures.
• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours when required.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to work in a normal bakery atmosphere and the situations it may expose such as loud noises, strong smells, and dust/flour.
• Able to hear; must be alerted to sounds of machinery malfunctions; hear alarms and emergency announcements.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Company Culture:

The plant operates on the belief that every employee can make meaningful contributions. The culture is built around 100% employee engagement, zero loss, root-cause problem-solving, and adhering to high standards of operation. As part of the leadership team, the Production Shift Supervisor will play a vital role in promoting this culture and driving continuous improvement.

EEO Statement:

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at FFLLC will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. FFLL Codes do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, arrest record, conviction record, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as specified by local, state, provincial, or federal law.

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