Production Supervisor

About the role

We are looking for a Production Supervisor to join our team at Golden Pet Manufacturing, where we create nutritionally-dense, thoughtfully-sourced pet food solutions. This position is based in Richfield, WI, and operates on a 2nd shift schedule (2pm - 10:30pm).

Responsibilities

• Utilize production scheduling tools to direct and maintain daily operations within assigned area(s).
• Use a scan gun to complete transactions within the ERP system and document all associated paperwork.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of department equipment and machinery, including following LOTO procedures and operating equipment to cover absences or breaks.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the ERP system, including completing transactions, identifying issues, and monitoring WIP levels.
• Execute routine operations, ensuring direct reports follow policies and procedures related to employee safety, food safety, and environmental compliance.
• Monitor production outcomes, quantity, and quality to ensure customer and food safety requirements are met.
• Oversee quality standards within assigned area(s), address deviations, and perform audits for quality and safety.
• Ensure work instructions, processes, and procedures are followed, providing coaching and feedback as necessary.
• Develop, supervise, and coach direct reports, including reinforcing company values and guiding principles.
• Understand and manage the production budget for assigned area(s) and collaborate on the overall production budget.
• Track Key Performance Indicators, including yield performance, scrap/waste, and other key standards.
• May be required to work alternative schedules, including weekends, to ensure supervisory coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (preferred).
• 2+ years of prior supervisory experience (preferred).
• Experience working with an ERP system (preferred).
• Prior experience in a food or pet food production environment (preferred).

Note: These qualifications are preferred, not required. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of them.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans (employee-only).
• Charity sponsorships: Opportunity to make a positive impact on communities worldwide (over $6.1 million donated to date).
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits.
• 401k matching: Up to 3.5% of your contributions.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock.
• Tuition reimbursement program for eligible expenses.
• Company events, such as team picnics and ice cream socials, to foster connections and work-life balance.