Production Supervisor

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With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast‑to‑coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first  complement our industry‑leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work.

• Low‑cost onsite health clinics.
• Free onsite fitness center.
• Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
• Health and wellness reimbursement program.
• Associate cheese purchasing program.
• Two‑year mentorship program.
• Paid paternal leave.

Monday – Friday; 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Are you a hands‑on leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence? We are seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety at our Fond du Lac, WI facility. In this role, you will lead and support team members, coordinate schedules, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, meeting production goals, and fostering a positive team culture that aligns with our mission.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are committed to operational excellence, we want to hear from you!

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Leadership, Industrial Tech or other related field strongly desired. An equivalent level of experience may be considered.
• Three (3) or more years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the food manufacturing industry, with work experience and/or training related to management/leadership skills required.
• Knowledge and experience of lean principles and process optimization.
• Demonstrated leadership ability including ability to effectively speak and present information and respond to questions.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to comprehend technical instructions/policies/procedures in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing software and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with safety and quality compliance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Certification in lean manufacturing, such as Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local food and water regulations, including CFR, FSMA, the PMO, and Bioterrorism Act preferred.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Manufacturing