Operations Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Post Consumer Brands
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Battle Creek, MI · Posted August 12, 2026
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About the job
Business Unit Overview
Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook for the latest news.
Location Description
Post Consumer Brands in Battle Creek, Mich., the cereal capital of the U.S., is the company's largest manufacturing plant and home to about 600 team members. When you join the team here, you'll be helping to produce some of the most iconic cereal brands, including Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, and Grape-Nuts™ cereal. The Battle Creek plant is also unique as it is home to the original barn where C.W. Post started the Postum cereal company in 1895. The Battle Creek team has deep community roots, supporting the city's Cereal Festival, The Post Foundation, and participating in several volunteer events throughout the year.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop team members in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Drive results in safety, quality, productivity, food safety, and operational performance
Coordinate staffing, production schedules, and daily shift priorities
Coach employees, build engagement, and create a culture of accountability
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
Partner with maintenance, quality, and other teams to solve problems and improve performance
Support employee training, onboarding, and development
Ensure compliance with safety, GMP, and company standards
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, Science, or a related field
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
Passion for developing people and driving results
Preferred
5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
Proven ability to lead teams and improve operational performance
Why You’ll Love This Role
Visible impact: You truly own your shift and can see the results of your leadership every day.
Career acceleration: Operations Supervisor experience is a key stepping stone to broader leadership roles across the company.
Empowered leadership: You’re encouraged to think like an owner and make decisions that matter.
Best of both worlds: Big-company resources paired with a collaborative, small-company culture where your voice is heard.
Purpose-driven work: Be part of a company committed to making lives better by making delicious food accessible for all.
Location & Schedule
Based in Battle Creek, MI
2nd shift schedule (3pm-11pm)
Approximately every other weekend required
Development opportunities available at other Post Consumer Brands locations
Lead and develop team members in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Drive results in safety, quality, productivity, food safety, and operational performance
Coordinate staffing, production schedules, and daily shift priorities
Coach employees, build engagement, and create a culture of accountability
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
Partner with maintenance, quality, and other teams to solve problems and improve performance
Support employee training, onboarding, and development
Ensure compliance with safety, GMP, and company standards
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, Science, or a related field
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
Passion for developing people and driving results
Preferred
5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
Proven ability to lead teams and improve operational performance
Why You’ll Love This Role
Visible impact: You truly own your shift and can see the results of your leadership every day.
Career acceleration: Operations Supervisor experience is a key stepping stone to broader leadership roles across the company.
Empowered leadership: You’re encouraged to think like an owner and make decisions that matter.
Best of both worlds: Big-company resources paired with a collaborative, small-company culture where your voice is heard.
Purpose-driven work: Be part of a company committed to making lives better by making delicious food accessible for all.
Location & Schedule
Based in Battle Creek, MI
2nd shift schedule (3pm-11pm)
Approximately every other weekend required
Development opportunities available at other Post Consumer Brands locations