Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift (Mon-Thurs)

DescriptionFurst-McNess Company is looking to add a full-time 2nd Shift Production Supervisor at our Lodi, WI location (just off I-90).

Starting Pay Range: $27.00-$35.00 per hour (compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process)

Pay Type: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weekly

Work Setting: Onsite, Production/Warehouse environment

Core Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, Noon to 10pm (with available overtime as needed)

Work Location: 9077 Schutz Road, Lodi, WI 53555

Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting the daily activities of an assigned production shift. This role works closely with production employees to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations while meeting production schedules and customer requirements. The Production Supervisor serves as a frontline leader who promotes employee engagement, safety compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and support daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved

Supervise and provide direction to production employees during assigned shifts

Monitor production processes, product quality, and workflow to ensure operational standards are met

Train, coach, and develop employees on safe work practices, SOPs, and job responsibilities

Maintain a safe and organized work environment and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, and operational needs to employees and leadership

Assist with staffing, scheduling, onboarding, and employee performance discussions

Coordinate with maintenance, quality, warehouse, and other departments to resolve operational issues

Complete production records, reports, and required documentation accurately and timely

Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies

Perform production related tasks and provide hands-on support as needed

Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required

2+ years of manufacturing, production, or operations experience

Previous supervisory, team lead, or leadership experience

Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with company support

Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Ability to motivate employees and foster a positive team environment

Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety practices

Ability to prioritize work, troubleshoot issues, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment

Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculations

Basic computer and data-entry skills

Willingness to work in an indoor warehouse environment with temperature fluctuations due to seasonal weather conditions

Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., work at heights, and perform physical tasks in an industrial environment

About Furst-McNess Company:

For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at <https://www.mcness.com/>

Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.

Our Culture:

At Furst-McNess, we strive to:

Understand that being great is a choice

Never settle for average or “good enough”

Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better

Work as a team

Value and respect one another

Earn trust through our actions

Act in a safe and professional manner at all times

Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity

Deliver on the commitments we make

Invest in our professional and personal development

Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success

Have fun and celebrate our successes

Benefit Package Summary:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays

100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents

Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually

Safety Boot Reimbursement

PPE provided