2nd Shift Production Supervisor
Date: Jan 6, 2026
Location: Wausau, WI, US, 54401
Company: Great Lakes Cheese
Job Responsibilities
• Organize, lead and supervise allergen production employees; solving problems before they develop.
• Provide assistance, coaching and guidance to line employees; fostering an environment that allows them to accomplish daily tasks and achieve goals.
• Champion safety culture.
• Collaborate with other production supervisors to schedule overtime and execute to labor plan.
• Communicate and follow-up effectively.
• Manage up to 50 employees.
• Delegate responsibilities.
• Manage daily production boards and hourly target feedback.
• Observe and evaluate line processes and personnel.
• Direct day-to-day activities, including work force movements, job assignments, time/attendance/vacation, etc.
• Perform daily system functions to track production scanning, consumption, errors, etc. Maintain accurate records and employee files
• Lead and motivate by example.
• Set expectations and hold employees accountable.
• Process daily employee issues and complaints; actively listen and provide feedback.
• Facilitate and assist with special projects, customer requests, samples, etc.
• Work closely with the quality control department, assisting with information gathering and follow-up.
• Assist with selection, hiring, advancement, transfer, promotion and termination decisions for the department.
• Evaluate employee performance. Administer employee discipline as needed. Assure a safe work environment.
• Manage continuous improvement projects as assigned.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.
Required Education and Experience
• Associate's degree or Technical education or commensurate experience.
• 4 years of supervisory experience or more.
• In depth understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience. Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to line personnel.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve beyond routine issues. Ability to coach, lead and develop employees.
• Ability to make sound/independent decisions relating to order/production issues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Preferred Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree.
• Kronos experience.
• SAP experience.
• MES experience.
Working Conditions
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Nearest Major Market: Wausau