Lead Operations Supervisor FDA​/SQF Food Manufacturing, 2nd Shift

Lead Operations Supervisor – (FDA/SQF Food Manufacturing, 2nd Shift)

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Employment Type:

Permanent

Salary: $75,000/Yr

Web Publication Date: 5/19/2026 12:00:00 AM

Job Location:

Jefferson, WI 53549

Up to $75,000 plus Saturday premiums & bonus. Jefferson, WI area. Mon–Fri (1:30 PM Start).

• Experience 3+ Years Supervisory Experience in Food or Highly Regulated Manufacturing
• Schedule 2nd Shift | Mon–Fri (1:30 PM – 11:30 PM) | Occasional Saturdays
• Comp Up to $75,000 Base + Time-and-a-half Saturdays + Bonus Potential
• Location Greater Jefferson, WI area (100% Onsite)
• Type Full-Time, Permanent, W-2
• Auth US Citizen or Green Card Holder required

This is a high-visibility leadership role within a manufacturing powerhouse that is experiencing significant market growth while preserving a tight-knit, family-oriented culture. Our client is celebrated for its commitment to its people—investing heavily in employee training and setting up every team member for genuine, long-term success. It is the type of workplace where professionals build lifelong careers.

As the Lead Operations Supervisor, you will oversee the critical 1:30 PM – 11:30 PM production window, driving standards that align with rigorous FDA and SQF food safety specifications. The compensation structure is highly attractive for those looking to maximize their earnings, offering a competitive base salary supplemented by time-and-a-half pay for Saturday work and additional bonus potential. If you are a disciplined leader who thrives in a regulated, quality-focused setting, this is the perfect place to advance your career.

• Leading, mentoring, and motivating a high-performing production crew, managing shift schedules, and balancing daily work assignments
• Strategically planning and coordinating material flow and resource allocation to optimize manufacturing efficiency and hit output targets
• Championing a culture of operational excellence by enforcing stringent compliance with FDA, SQF, and GMP safety protocols
• Initiating and implementing continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) projects to enhance shop floor procedures and equipment effectiveness
• Serving as the central liaison across departments to ensure seamless operational handoffs and clear communication between shifts
• Upholding a strict safety-first environment, actively identifying hazards and ensuring zero-incident compliance

• Regulated Leadership: 3+ years of supervisory experience in a highly regulated, sanitary manufacturing environment (food production, beverage, or pharmaceutical preferred)
• Compliance Drive:
  Strong familiarity with food safety compliance networks, including SQF, FDA, HACCP, or cleanroom standards
• Workforce Management:
  High organizational aptitude with an exceptional ability to communicate, motivate, and direct a diverse production team
• Union & Labor Relations:
  Prior experience working within a unionized setting and a strong background in professional conflict resolution is highly preferred
• Technical Literacy:
  Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) for tracking metrics and daily reporting
• Stability: A rock-solid, stable work history demonstrating long-term commitment and reliable performance
• Requirements:
  Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a 45-minute drive of the Jefferson area