Production Department Manager

Production Department Manager – Milwaukee, WI (Onsite)

About Our Client:
Our client is a rapidly growing, leading beverage company operating in the United States and globally. With a focus on innovation and quality, they have expanded significantly over recent years, establishing a strong presence in major retail outlets across North America and internationally. Their commitment to excellence and continuous improvement makes them an exciting place to advance your career.

What Our Client Offers You:

• Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 target
• Bonus Package: 10% target
• Medical Benefits
• 401(k), with company match 
• Paid Time Off: Holiday, Vacation, Sick leave
• No Relocation Assistance: Southeast Wisconsin candidates only.

What You’ll Do:
As the Production Department Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the entire production and sanitation teams at the Milwaukee plant. Your leadership will across production–from beverage bottle filling through capping, labeling, 12-pack casing, wrapping and palletizing–supports the company’s growth and operational excellence. You will be the key link between shift superintendents and executive leadership, driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a culture of safety and collaboration.

• Lead and manage the production and sanitation teams, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals are met.
• Collaborate closely with department leaders, including Maintenance, Quality Control, Safety, and Continuous Improvement.
• Develop and implement standard work procedures for production and sanitation processes.
• Analyze production data, identify root causes of issues, and drive continuous improvement projects.
• Coach and develop shift superintendents and team members, fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years of supervisory experience in a food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with demonstrated capability to lead and mentor tenured staff.
• Best manufacturing practices gained from multi-year tenure at large, reputable food, beverage or pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Experience with liquid bottling or handling glass packaging is a plus.

How to Apply:
If you like what you see here, please Apply Now to submit your resume. A real, live Kinsa Group Recruiter, Paul, will review your information and get in touch if we think you’re a great fit. But, if you’d rather, please drop an email to PaulD@kinsa.com.

Recruiter Information:
Paul DiNicola
pauld@kinsa.com