ABOUT US

Wis-Pak is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Klarbrunn, Bubbl'r, Vita Ice and other popular beverages. Headquartered in Watertown, Wisconsin, we have seven production facilities across the Midwest. We are a privately-owned business that cares about its employees. We offer a safe, clean and fast-paced work environment that focuses on teamwork and performance excellence.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for an assertive, proactive, and forward-thinking Production Manager to join our team at our Norfolk, Nebraska manufacturing facility . The ideal candidate will be an effective team leader who will provide direction, training, development, support, and mentorship to employees. You will use your well-honed analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to achieve key performance goals for quality, productivity, budgetary, and environmental, health and safety compliance.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Production Manager will be responsible for continuous improvement activities, planning, capital budgets and reporting as required. You will also act as the site champion for Lean Six Sigma processes. This position is accountable for delivering business results and operational improvements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Ensure production employees are trained and following all plant safety, Food Safety, GMP and sanitation regulations
• Champion continuous improvement activities
• Develop and manage annual budget
• Maintain low cost, high quality, production practices
• Oversee staffing needs of the department

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary & bonus potential
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit-sharing plan
• Generous PTO & paid holidays
• Education reimbursement
• Career development & advancement opportunities
• A safe, clean, respectful and inclusive work environment

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5 to 7 years of manufacturing industry experience as a supervisor, lead or manager
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Proven ability to direct, motivate and mentor large teams
• Strong accountability, consistency, and follow-through skills

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience:

• Food production: 3 years (Preferred)
• Lean manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
• Manufacturing management: 5 years (Required)
• Continuous improvement: 5 years (Required)
• Production management: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Watertown, WI 53094: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person