Production Manager

Job DescriptionGpac is working with a well-established and growing dairy manufacturer that is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead operations at their facility in southern Wisconsin. This company has been in business for over 40 years and is growing and expanding production lines and facility growth.Position Overview:The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and performance standards are consistently achieved. This individual will work cross-functionally with maintenance, quality, sanitation, and warehouse teams to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and throughput targetsOversee production scheduling, staffing, and labor efficiencyMonitor KPIs including yield, downtime, waste, and cost controlEnsure compliance with GMP, HACCP, OSHA, and regulatory requirementsDrive continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficienciesDevelop, coach, and mentor supervisors and frontline leadersPromote a strong safety culture and positive employee engagementPartner with senior leadership on operational planning and performance goalsQualifications:5+ years of production leadership experience in dairy or food manufacturingExperience leading teams in a regulated, high-volume environmentStrong understanding of food safety and quality systemsDemonstrated ability to improve production performance and manage labor costsExperience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement preferredHands-on leadership style with a floor-oriented approachWhat's in it for You:Stable, growing company with long-term expansion plansStrong leadership team and collaborative cultureCompetitive compensation and benefits packageOpportunity to make a measurable operational impactHow to Apply: For immediate & confidential consideration, send your resume directly to: Rick at rick.spinner@gogpac.com