22 Production jobs in Rockford
Production Manager
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Base pay range$100,000.00/yr - $10,000.00/yr
Additional compensation typesAnnual Bonus
Due to promotion, we are seeking a Production Manager-1st shift for our plant in Rockford, IL, that produces cultured dairy products. In this critical role, you will lead plant operations production to meet and exceed plant budget and company goals. We seek an effective leader for our valued employees who will create a culture centered around our values while maintaining the highest standards in safety and quality. This position reports to the Director, Plant Manager.
Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Since 1914, Kemps has provided families with fresh, delicious dairy products, fresh milk, frozen yogurt, sour cream, cottage cheese, and frozen novelty treats. By joining Kemps, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities come join us!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Leads and coordinates the activities of production and other plant employees engaged in the production or load out of dairy products to ensure safety, quality, cost, and customer standards are met. Responsible for overall plant operations in the Plant Managers absence.
- Ensures that production supervisors work effectively with unionized employees to promote positive and productive working relationships. Assists supervisors in effectively applying work rules, union contract provisions, and employment policies. Ensures that discipline is administered consistently and fairly.
- Coaches others in conflict resolution to avoid grievances. Works with Human Resources and the Plant Manager to resolve employee grievances when filed.
- Initiates personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures. Reviews actions brought forth by production/cooler supervisors. Evaluates union employees on successful completion of probationary periods.
- Coaches and partners with non-union direct reports to effectively manage performance. Communicates company and cascading goals and assists performers in establishing goals that align with department and company goals. Provides ongoing performance feedback and conducts performance conversations per Kemps Performance Management process. Holds direct reports accountable for results and works with them to cultivate capabilities and utilize strengths.
- Oversees and coordinates the development and maintenance of work practices and standard operating procedures. Accountable for plant compliance with the same. Personally develops complex or non-routine procedures for work process changes, new products, and new equipment.
- Understands and fulfills the requirements of the SQF 2000 Level 3 code of regulation for food safety and quality. Manages policies, procedures, and programs related to operations. Fosters continuous improvement to maintain the SQF 2000 Level 3 certification.
- Actively promotes safe work behaviors and holds self and direct reports accountable for following safety rules and regulations. Conducts accident/injury investigations and sends reports of injury to HR in a timely manner to meet rapid reporting standards. May coordinate and/or facilitate plant safety meetings, training, and incentive programs. May be responsible for monitoring the intake procedures of raw dairy products, ensuring high-quality standards are met, and product shortages are avoided. May be responsible for ordering dairy products.
- May be responsible for supervising clean-up operations to obtain optimum production and utilization of manpower, machines, and equipment. May coordinate production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality assurance.
- May be responsible for the identification of damaged and erroneously delivered orders. May work with supervisors and cooler employees to correct shortages or discrepancies in product stock levels.
Requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Food Science Technology, or Engineering with an emphasis in manufacturing operations is desired. Will consider equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of 5 years hands-on plant experience in the dairy plant or food industry operations.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in the dairy plant or food industry operations.
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Experience with Union, Safety, and Workers' Compensation preferred.
- Skilled at leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures; report and follow through on any deficiencies.
- HACCP, SQA experience/certifications are a plus.
- Ability to follow Continuous Improvement (CI) Processes in the Management Operating Structure (MOS).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and other analytical tools.
- Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
- Strong organization and prioritization abilities with keen attention to detail.
- Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
- Ability to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Competitive pay
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career growth opportunities we promote from within!
- Service recognition and employee rewards
- Employee referral program
- Work for dairy farm families
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Manufacturing and Management
- Industries Dairy Product Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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#J-18808-LjbffrProduction Manager
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**Job Description**
Due to promotion, we are seeking a **Production Manager- 1** **st** **shift** for our plant in Rockford, IL, that produces cultured dairy products. In this critical role, you will lead plant operations production to meet and exceed plant budget and company goals. We seek an effective leader for our valued employees who will create a culture centered around our values while maintaining the highest standards in safety and quality. This position reports to the General Manager.
Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Since 1914, Kemps has provided families with fresh, delicious dairy products, fresh milk, frozen yogurt, sour cream, cottage cheese, and frozen novelty treats. By joining Kemps, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities come join us!
**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**
+ Leads and coordinates the activities of production and other plant employees engaged in the production or load out of dairy products to ensure safety, quality, cost, and customer standards are met. Responsible for overall plant operations in the Plant Managers absence.
+ Ensures that production supervisors work effectively with unionized employees to promote positive and productive working relationships. Assists supervisors in effectively applying work rules, union contract provisions, and employment policies. Ensures that discipline is administered consistently and fairly.
+ Coaches others in conflict resolution to avoid grievances. Works with Human Resources and the Plant Manager to resolve employee grievances when filed.
+ Initiates personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures. Reviews actions brought forth by production/cooler supervisors. Evaluates union employees on successful completion of probationary periods.
+ Coaches and partners with non-union direct reports to effectively manage performance. Communicates company and cascading goals and assists performers in establishing goals that align with department and company goals. Provides ongoing performance feedback and conducts performance conversations per Kemps Performance Management process. Holds direct reports accountable for results and works with them to cultivate capabilities and utilize strengths.
+ Oversees and coordinates the development and maintenance of work practices and standard operating procedures. Accountable for plant compliance with the same. Personally develops complex or non-routine procedures for work process changes, new products, and new equipment.
+ Understands and fulfills the requirements of the SQF 2000 Level 3 code of regulation for food safety and quality. Manages policies, procedures, and programs related to operations. Fosters continuous improvement to maintain the SQF 2000 Level 3 certification.
+ Actively promotes safe work behaviors and holds self and direct reports accountable for following safety rules and regulations. Conducts accident/injury investigations and sends reports of injury to HR in a timely manner to meet rapid reporting standards. May coordinate and/or facilitate plant safety meetings, training, and incentive programs. May be responsible for monitoring the intake procedures of raw dairy products, ensuring high-quality standards are met, and product shortages are avoided. May be responsible for ordering dairy products.
+ May be responsible for supervising clean-up operations to obtain optimum production and utilization of manpower, machines, and equipment. May coordinate production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality assurance.
+ May be responsible for the identification of damaged and erroneously delivered orders. May work with supervisors and cooler employees to correct shortages or discrepancies in product stock levels.
**Requirements**
+ A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Food Science Technology, or Engineering with an emphasis in manufacturing operations is desired. Will consider equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
+ Minimum of 5 years hands-on plant experience in the dairy plant or food industry operations.
+ Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in the dairy plant or food industry operations.
+ Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
+ Experience with Union, Safety, and Workers' Compensation preferred.
+ Skilled at leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
+ Demonstrated ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures; report and follow through on any deficiencies.
+ HACCP, SQA experience/certifications are a plus.
+ Ability to follow Continuous Improvement (CI) Processes in the Management Operating Structure (MOS).
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and other analytical tools.
+ Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
+ Strong organization and prioritization abilities with keen attention to detail.
+ Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
+ Ability to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees.
**Benefits:**
+ Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1 st of the month after start date
+ 401(k) with company contribution 100% vested on day one of eligibility
+ Competitive pay
+ Paid vacation and holidays
+ Career growth opportunities we promote from within!
+ Service recognition and employee rewards
+ Employee referral program
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Work for dairy farm families
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
**Pay Range** $100,000 - $110,000/year
Supervisor Production
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JOB SUMMARY
Executes work in accordance with Company safety guidelines and in a productive and efficient manner.
Responsible for overall oversight of daily production activities for an assigned department or a rotating set of departments or assignments. Working under direction from the plant and/or production manager seeks to optimizes workflow and efficiency and meet production goals and profitability objectives. Directly supervises production workers to ensure that production standards are followed, and goals are achieved, positive employee relations result, and policies, rules and regulations and procedures are followed.
ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS AND ACTIVITIES
Typical tasks and activities for this job include but are not limited to the items listed below. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time as needed by management.
General Duties
--Oversees assigned area of production responsibility as scheduled in a safe and efficient manner.
--Monitors work activities in assigned area and ensures company safety policies are followed and in compliance with work rules and requirements.
--Trains new and existing employees on safe and efficient production, department and company policy/practice-related topics and practices.
--Attends departmental and market center meetings to engage and complete education and training.
--Develops and maintains positive employee relations by consistently applying company policies and practices across the work group, and recognizing, understanding and valuing employee differences and contributions.
--Identifies and recommends production improvement strategies that enhance equipment and worker performance, efficiency and product quality to the plant and/or production manager.
--Creates and support a culture of adherence to market center standardization in support of safety, financial, and service goals.
--Other duties as assigned by plant and/or production or general manager.
Supervises the following department areas (either directly or through Leads) and may assist with activities as needed throughout the workday (or shift):
--Receive and Soil Sort/ Classification
--Wash Dry Aisle
--Garment Finishing/Sortation Press and Steam
--Bundle and Distribution
The requirements listed above are representative of the job duties to required by all to perform in the various production areas. Specific work detail and instruction may vary by location and equipment being used.
JOB CONTEXT
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position will oversee a small group or functional areas and 2 or more production employees. They will lead the day-to-day function of that group under the direction of a plant and/or production manager.
Team and Work Orientation
This position will be expected to work with various individuals and teams in a market center and to collaboratively support, develop, and execute production effort(s).
Work Environment
This position works in an industrial laundry environment. A laundry production floor with loud noises, heat, and hazardous equipment in use at all times.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Potential candidates for this job will be sought that have strong indication of capability with the following items.
Minimum Education/Experience
--Capability to work safely and conscientious manner in a fast paced, loud work environment with machinery.
--Proved record of work attendance.
--Capability of reading and understanding work instructions in English.
--Basic Math reasoning skills.
--Lifting Ability; up to 50 pounds; Push/Pull Ability; up to 300 pounds assisted
Preferred Education Experience
--Two years industrial laundry experience.
--Spoken familiarity with prevalent language of production team.
COMPENSATION:
The salary rate that Vestis reasonably expects to pay for this position ranges from $60,900 to $91,200, depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission.
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Production Supervisor
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Full time
**Location:**
IL South Beloit
**Job Type:**
Production Operations
**Job Posting Title:**
Production Supervisor
**About Us** **:**
TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future.
Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values- **Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together.** We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals.
**What You G** **ain** **:**
+ Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period - you're eligible from your first day!
+ 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll.
+ Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
+ Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform - DevelopU - with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way.
+ An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups.
+ Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs.
**Job Description:**
**_You'll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:_**
· Provide leadership, guidance, and support to production workers, including assigning day to day tasks and ensuring production targets and schedules are met.
· Coordinate production workflows, monitor production lines, and ensure equipment and materials are available.
· Ensure adherence to safety protocols and company policies during all production processes.
· Conduct training and development programs for new hires and existing staff to maintain skill levels.
· Lead and collaborate with other departments to participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
**_Important Details:_**
· This is a full-time, on-site role supporting Third Shift. Flexibility is required to support weekends.
· The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $73,700 to $110,500 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or
revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs. For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay.
**_You'll fit right in if you have:_**
· High school diploma or equivalent is required; Associate's degree or higher in manufacturing, industrial technology, or related field is preferred.
· Minimum of three to five years of experience in a production or food manufacturing environment, with at least one to two years in a supervisory role is strongly preferred.
· Strong leadership and team management skills.
· Knowledge of safety regulations, quality control procedures, and inventory management.
· Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office.
**Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away!**
Click on the "Apply" button or go directly to to let us know you're ready to join our team!
_At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time"._ _TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact_
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TreeHouse Foods is a private label food and beverage leader focused on customer brands and custom products. When customers partner with TreeHouse they can expect access to an industry-leading portfolio, strategic vision, on-trend innovation and insights, world-class supply chain, operational excellence and flexibility, collaborative approaches, and dedicated customer service.
Our strategy is to be the leading supplier of private label food and beverage products by providing the best balance of quality and cost to our customers. We engage with retail grocery, food away from home, and industrial and export customers, including most of the leading grocery retailers and foodservice operators in the United States and Canada. Our portfolio includes a variety of shelf-stable, refrigerated, and snack products.
Customers can expect comprehensive flavor profiles including natural, organic, and preservative-free ingredients in many categories and packaging formats. TreeHouse Foods is best known for food and beverages produced by our two largest businesses Bay Valley Foods, LLC (including E.D. Smith and Sturm Foods) and TreeHouse Private Brands. With more than 10,000 employees in over 26 plants across the United States and Canada, TreeHouse Foods is based in Oak Brook, Illinois.
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Production Supervisor
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Evoqua and Xylem brand: _creating a more sustainable world_ by enabling our customers to optimize water and resource management
Evoqua Water Technologies is a manufacturer and provider of I **on Exchange Resins** and related services. They are known for their EPICOR powdered resins and other ion exchange resins used in various applications, including nuclear and fossil power plants.
Evoqua also offers resin cleaning and reconditioning services
**Production Supervisor** is responsible for overseeing daily operations related to the production and processing of ion exchange resins or other specialty resins. This includes supervising staff, ensuring quality and safety standards, troubleshooting equipment, and optimizing production efficiency.
Team Supervision
+ Lead, train, and supervise resin processing operators.
+ Schedule shifts, assign tasks, and ensure labor coverage.
+ Monitor team performance and enforce safety and quality protocols.
Production Oversight
+ Ensure daily resin processing targets are met (e.g., regeneration, rinsing, drying, packaging).
+ Troubleshoot process deviations or equipment malfunctions.
+ Collaborate with maintenance and engineering for equipment upkeep.
Process Monitoring
+ Oversee pH, conductivity, and flow parameters during resin regeneration.
+ Maintain accurate production records, logs, and batch sheets.
+ Ensure resin is processed according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Safety and Compliance
+ Enforce plant safety procedures and use of PPE.
+ Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company environmental guidelines.
+ Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
Quality Control
+ Work with quality assurance to ensure product meets specifications.
+ Implement corrective actions for non-conforming batches.
Continuous Improvement
+ Suggest and implement improvements in processing, yield, and efficiency.
+ Support root cause analysis and lean manufacturing initiatives.
Qualifications:
+ High school diploma or GED required;
+ **Associate or Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Technology, or related field preferred.**
+ **3+ years of experience in resin processing, chemical plant operations, or a manufacturing supervisory role.**
+ **Familiarity with ion exchange resin systems, acid/base handling, and process instrumentation.**
+ Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
+ Basic computer skills (e.g., MS Office, production tracking systems).
Physical Requirements:
+ Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs/ladders in a plant environment.
+ Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in hot or confined areas with appropriate PPE.
+ May require occasional off-shift or weekend support depending on production needs.
Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position
The estimated salary range for this position is $63,600.00 to $85,000.00 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
Production Worker
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Available Shift(s): 2nd
Starting Wage Range: $22.60/hr, with increases to job-specific rate after 90 days probation up to $2.60- 25.10/hr
Additional Incentives:
* Shift Differentials ( 0.55/hr for 2nd shift) + Weekly Pay
* Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) available IMMEDIATELY
* Company Paid Life Insurance
* Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
* Paid Lunches and Breaks
* 401(k) with Company Contributions (up to 5%)
* 11 Paid Holidays and Vacation WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR
* Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses
* Employee Referral Program
* Referral Program: 1250 per hourly employee
* Tuition Reimbursement
Primary duties include:
Safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes that include stacking product, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery and have a desire to advance within the company.
What you need to succeed:
* Ability to operate various machines/equipment safely and follow specific directions
* Maintaining a clean work environment
* Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
* Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
* Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, life, reach, kneel, and stand for up to 12 hrs a day.
* Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis.
* Required to work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.
* Other duties as assigned
* Manufacturing experience (preferred) however not required - full training provided.
* High school diploma or equivalent
How you will impact WestRock:
* Contribute to a collaborative safety culture that drives results.
* Utilize problem solving skills to maintain seamless production.
* Provide quality products to ensure an exceptional customer service experience.
What we offer:
* An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
* Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
* Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
* A career with a global packaging company where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Production Supervisor
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**Job Description**
Join our dynamic team in the dairy industry where we specialize in manufacturing stainless steel tanks. We are looking for a dedicated Production Supervisor with a strong strategic and tactical mindset, an understanding of KPIs, and a proven ability to lead and mentor a team.
**Responsibilities**
+ Develop, implement, and maintain departmental and individual goals and performance measures.
+ Align individual and team/departmental goals to support overall organizational objectives and recognize employee achievements.
+ Coordinate workload requirements and work scheduling with teams.
+ Develop, review, and maintain staffing requirements.
+ Manage annual performance evaluations, development, discipline, and terminations.
+ Interview and select new employees.
+ Coordinate activities of direct employees and provide resources to achieve team goals.
+ Identify and provide resources for employee development and training.
+ Ensure employees adhere to all work instructions and quality requirements.
+ Manage direct and indirect labor.
+ Lead strategic projects for the functional area.
+ Collaborate on continuous process improvement and cost reduction plans.
+ Support Lean Management Systems and participate in Kaizen events.
+ Drive and sustain 5S Housekeeping efforts.
**Essential Skills**
+ Excellent project management skills.
+ Solid understanding of processes, equipment, and tools used in specific areas of responsibility.
+ Strong ability to analyze and make recommendations using data.
+ Solid communication skills both written and verbal.
+ Solid negotiation and influencing skills.
+ Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement activities.
+ Ability to organize and prioritize day-to-day activities.
+ Ability to delegate effectively and meet deadlines.
+ Knowledge of lean principles and manufacturing.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Associate's degree or 3 years related experience.
+ Lean training or experience desired.
+ Management/supervision experience preferred.
**Why Work Here?**
Enjoy competitive benefits including a 401k with a 3% match, holiday pay, and premiums for second shift. Benefit from annual raises, great insurance options, and opportunities for advancement. After 90 days, receive a week's paid vacation and potential raise based on performance. Gain 8 PTO days and paid holidays in your first year. Take advantage of cross-training opportunities, in-house welding certification, and tuition reimbursement. Look forward to working in a brand new state-of-the-art facility in two years with amenities such as a workout facility, cafeteria, arcade, and a new service center.
**Work Environment**
Work the second shift from 5am to 3:30pm, Monday through Thursday, supervising a team of 30 to 35 people. Be prepared for potential overtime, night shifts, and weekend work hours. Experience a variety of environments, which may include exposure to extreme heat, humidity, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, loud noise, and all-weather conditions.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Permanent position based out of Beloit, Wisconsin.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $5000.00/yr.
401k - 3% match
Holiday pay
5 premium for 2nd shift
3-5% annual raises
Great benefits and Insurance - ask me for them
At 90 days: They get a week vacation paid and a potential raise based on their review
Employees get 8 total PTO days off their first year (prorated from their start date) - and paid holidays.
Ability to cross train in other departments and get pay raises
Can get certified in welding in house
Will be getting a brand new facility in 2 years:
- 6 times the size
- State of the art
- Workout facility
- Cafeteria
- Arcade
- New Service center
- New military contract for diesel and water tanks for military vehicles
Will get reimbursed for a new weld helmet once they go direct!
As we are a Hendrick company, we have great benefits, costs are lower, and only a 500 deductible for insurance. We also pay weekly.
The Tuition is 5000 per year with passing grades.
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Beloit,WI.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Production Line Lead
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Position Title: Production Line Lead
Wage: $18.00-$19.80 per hour
Shift: 1st, 2nd
Hours: 4:45am-3:00pm; 5:45am-2:00pm; 7:00am-3:00pm; 2:45pm-11:00pm; 3:00pm-11:00pm
QPS Employment Group has a great Production Line Lead position available at a company in Rockford, IL. This is a 1st and 2nd shift position with the opportunity for hire.
Production Line Lead Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Operates and maintains machine accordance with batch record, safety and quality standards.
- Ensures process optimization through routine mechanical adjustments.
- Conducts daily line huddle communication meeting - requires review of all shift to shift communication, information acquired during the Shift meeting and VCB (Visual Control Board) results.
- Provides direction to other line members by ensuring the crew has signed the roster; assigning crew members to the appropriate positions.
- Reviews jackets and ensures proper components and resources are at the line.
- Escalates quality, service, and equipment performance issues to supervision.
- Communicates production needs to the necessary support departments to include but not limited to warehouse, quality, maintenance, and business unit.
- Updates all line required information including hourly run charts and all areas of the VCBs.
- Interacts with team to ensure machine performs optimally.
- Order components when necessary.
- Answer questions and resolve issues for associates on the line.
- Accurately completes paperwork to include: scrap calculations, recovery and production rates, batch record entries.
- Leads and performs lot in and lot out, line clearance, and deep clean functions (Safe guards in place).
- Actively participates in Gemba and/or Safety Gemba as applicable on their line.
- May require use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).
- This position may require overtime and/or weekend work.
- Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI Pharma Services, cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices), and GCP (Good Clinical Practices) policies, procedures, rules.
- Attendance to work is an essential function of this position.
Production Line Lead Requirements:
- Stationary Position: 3/4 of the day.
- Move, Traverse: 3/4 of the day and up.
- Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, or place: 3/4 of the day and up.
- Install, place, adjust, apply, measure, use, or signal: Up to 3/4 of the day.
- Ascend/Descend or Work Atop: From 3/4 of the day.
- Position self (to) or Move (about or to): 3/4 of the day and up.
- Communicate or exchange information: 3/4 of the day and up.
- Detect, distinguish, or determine: 3/4 of the day and up.
- On an average day, the individual can expect to move and/or transport up to 50 pounds
- This position may have the following special vision requirements: Close Vision, Distance Vision Color Vision, Peripheral Vision, Depth Perception, Ability to focus.
- Work is performed in areas with moderate risk or discomfort that may require special safety precautions, such as -wearing protective clothing or gear for up to 3/4 of the day.
- Work near moving mechanical parts for 3/4 of the day and up.
- The noise level in the work environment is typical.
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Production Manager - Nights
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•Leads, oversees & manages production, projects & Supervisors. Executes material flow and improvements along with other processes of day-to-day operations. High emphasis on production schedule delivery. •Attending all scheduled daily production management meetings. Supporting on all issues and corrective action follow up on issues. •Assisting Plant Manager in day-to-day operational activities. •Production planning and scheduling. •Supporting business KPI's and continuous improvement (Andons, recuts, on-time performance, labor goals, etc.) •Identifies/requests/approves tools and shop supplies •Supporting supervisors on workforce engagement and shop floor policies. •Production organization, safety, & 5S. •Manage overtime and labor cost/scrap reduction. •Ensure product quality, engaging with the quality department on customer and internal requirements being met. Assure corrective actions and root cause analysis are executed. •Coordinate production scheduling for all shifts & material handling support. •Coordinate scheduling with tank production; oversee heavy material handling, inventory issues, storage of finished goods & customer product. Requirements•Minimum High School Diploma •Ability to read blueprints. •Ability to motivate and guide team to operational success. Must be solution driven and have ability to provide support overcoming operational constraints. •Excellent communication & interpersonal skills required to provide and support positive reinforcement. Within the workforce. •Leadership and project management skills. •3 or more years of manufacturing leadership required.
Sr Production Engineer
Posted 17 days ago
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About Fairbanks Morse Engine
Located in Beloit, Wisconsin, Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME) manufactures, assembles, tests, and distributes heavy-duty, medium-speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse® and ALCO® brand names. Fairbanks Morse manufacturing is conducted in its U.S.-based facility. FME sells its high-performance engines directly to naval marine customers and shipyards. As a principal supplier of reliable diesel engines to the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Canadian Coast Guard, FME enables the defense industry to complete worldwide mission-critical operations. FME is a division of Fairbanks Morse Defense, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment and a leading provider of reliable marine power solutions.
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Fairbanks Morse is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
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Position Summary
Fairbanks Morse is looking for a Senior Production Engineer to join our team. This engineer will reduce cost through NCR review and drawing updates/ ET implementation on repeat NCR's. This will be accomplished through timely review of daily NCRs and interaction with operators for improvement of trouble jobs. This role will also serve as the technical advisor to the procurement team, performing as a subject matter expert on FME parts and drawings.
Improve velocity through collaboration with ME and purchasing teams for new and existing product lines and components.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Review and disposition NCRs daily.
- Creating and review nuclear inspections sheets (CCVs)
- Support production as needed, including troubleshooting issues on the floor.
- Prepare and update engineering drawings.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to resolve issues and prevent reoccurrence.
- Support purchasing through product and supplier review.
- Review material substitutions to ensure the product function.
- Create standard work with operator interaction to document FME best practice.
- Any other duties deemed necessary.
- Education/Experience- BS in engineering or Diesel engineer degree 4+ years' experience required.
- Up to 20% - Travel mostly domestic day trips, some overnight trip as required could include: supplier visits, training, or customer site visits.
- Requires CAD- SolidWorks preferred.
- Required- must have experience in a manufacturing setting (as an engineer or an operator)
- Preferred- 8 step problem solving or another problem-solving training.
- Preferred- hands on experience building engines, or other mechanical systems
- Preferred someone who has built and run large medium speed diesel engines before
- position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.
- Regulations (EAR). Acceptable proof of this status includes a US Passport, Permanent Resident Card, US birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate. Maintenance, including renewal, of licensing authorization is a condition of employment. Government authorization may be a suitable alternative after review on a case by case basis.
Travel: 20%
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
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