Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA · Burlington, WI
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $75k–$100k
- Travel
- 5%
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 2 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA (industrial) in Burlington, WI. Minimum 1 year of experience in Continuous Improvement environment (Lean manufacturing or TPM preferred).
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, TPM, Root cause, FDA / GMP
- Base pay
- $75k–$100k
- Day to day
- about 5% travel · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $73k–$100k. This one lists $75k–$100k.
Median of the low and high ends of 14 live postings that list pay, out of 46 production supervisor openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Wisconsin plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 42 other live production postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- About 5% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 2+)
Typical $70k–$97k, from 13 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 93%
- EHS / safety 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, New product launch, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SAAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job duties/responsibilities
- ◆Lead the shift, line, or area team to safely deliver the production plan while meeting quality, food safety, compliance, and performance expectations.
- ◆Build and develop an engaged, capable team through effective staffing, onboarding, training, coaching, performance management, and accountability.
- ◆Model Nestlé’s Ways of Winning by collaborating across functions, acting with courage, moving with speed and accountability, continuously learning, and leading with respect.
- ◆Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety, environmental, GMP, sanitation, quality, and operational standards.
- ◆Monitor daily results, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement using NCE/TPM principles and root cause problem solving.
- ◆Partner with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, HR, and other support teams to resolve issues, improve line performance, and ensure smooth handoffs between shifts.
- ◆Support reliable operations by ensuring the right skills, resources, equipment readiness, and maintenance priorities are in place to meet business needs.
- ◆Lead change effectively, including new product launches, process improvements, and business priorities, while maintaining employee engagement and operational discipline.
- ◆Maintain accurate documentation, clear communication, and timely escalation of key issues, risks, and opportunities.
- ◆Travel requirement: 5%.
- ◆Ensure smooth operations through effective staffing, team deployment, and performance management.
- ◆Maintain a properly skilled crew while minimizing overtime.
- ◆Manage attendance through proactive coaching and counseling, as needed.
- ◆Ensure assigned team duties are completed while continuing to build skills and capabilities.
- ◆Maintain accurate and timely records.
- ◆Deliver scheduled production on time, within cost, and to quality standards.
- ◆Support area budget and capital planning while identifying productivity improvements.
Requirements
- ✓Minimum associate’s degree (Engineering, Business Management, Food Science, or Organizational Leadership/ Supervision) preferred.
Requirements
- ✓2 or more years in food manufacturing with production floor experience required.
- ✓Experience in food processing, packaging, Quality, Supply Chain, and knowledge of GMP’s.
- ✓Minimum 1 year of experience in Continuous Improvement environment (Lean manufacturing or TPM preferred).
- ✓Lead safely through strong housekeeping, safety practices, and risk awareness.
- ✓Communicate effectively across audiences through clear speaking, writing, listening, coaching, and information sharing.
- ✓Build trust, motivate teams, and coach employees to support performance and development.
- ✓Address challenges and noncompliance with confidence, respect, sound judgment, and accountability.
- ✓Adapt to changing priorities, responsibilities, work styles, and business needs.
- ✓Manage multiple priorities through strong organization, follow-up, and objective setting.
- ✓Apply mechanical aptitude and root cause problem solving to troubleshoot operational issues.
- ✓Use Microsoft Office and related business systems effectively.
- ✓Results Focus – Set clear goals and motivate the shift to deliver.
- ✓Lead People – Communicate priorities and build team commitment.
- ✓Practice What You Preach – Model Nestlé principles and values.
- ✓Proactive Cooperation – Collaborate to achieve shared objectives.
Salary: $75,229.20 to $99,782.00 per year
Bonus Eligibility: Yes
The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic
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Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
The Production Supervisor leads a shift, line, or area team to safely deliver production goals while ensuring product quality, compliance, asset reliability, and team performance. This role creates an environment where employees are engaged, developed, and accountable for results. The supervisor models Nestlé’s Ways of Winning by collaborating across functions, acting with courage, moving with speed and accountability, continuously learning, and leading with respect while upholding safety, quality, and compliance as non-negotiables.
Schedule : 2nd Shift Monday - Friday, with a weekend rotation
Whats In It For You
- •5% Shift Differential
- •Weekend Premium Pay
- •Bonus Eligibility
- •Relocation Assistance
