About this opportunity
Agropur lists this Production Manager - Cheddar, Whey, Intake opportunity in weyauwega, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Regular People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.
At Agropur, transformation happens on the ground and is driven by people at all levels of the organization.
A context to contribute to transformation:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
401(k) with 7% company contributions
3 weeks Paid Time Off
Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Advancement Opportunities
Salary range 006: $102,600 - $128,300 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position)
Your role in evolving how we work:
The Production Manager – Cheddar, Whey, Intake leads and oversees all aspects of production in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role drives operational performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery, while building high-performing teams and fostering a strong culture of continuous improvement and accountability. As a key member of the plant leadership team, this position plays a critical role in executing business objectives through process optimization, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.
Lead end-to-end cheddar production operations, ensuring alignment with plant and business performance objectives
Drive operational performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity (SQDCP) metrics
Champion continuous improvement, leading Lean and operational excellence initiatives to enhance performance
Manage departmental budgets and drive cost control and operational efficiency
Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Optimize production processes to improve yield, consistency, and throughput
Standardize best practices and SOPs across production areas to ensure consistency and efficiency
Lead, coach, and develop teams, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, R&D) to drive alignment, support product initiatives, and resolve issues
Support audits and lead problem-solving efforts, using root cause analysis to drive sustainable solutions
The profile that will contribute to change:
Bachelor’s degree in food science, Engineering, Operations, or related field (preferred )
10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations (food/dairy strongly preferred)
5+ years in leadership roles, managing teams in a production environment
Strong experience in high-volume, continuous manufacturing operations
Strategic leadership with strong operational execution
Deep knowledge of food safety, GMPs, and production systems
Proven ability to lead transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
Strong business acumen with experience managing costs and performance
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead in complex, fast-paced manufacturing environments
A role where your involvement fuels people-driven transformation.
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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.
In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.
Worksite address
weyauwega, WI, 54983, US
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