Weekend Shift Production Supervisor Middlebury, VT | Onsite $65,000-$75,000 + Bonus + Benefits Friday-Sunday | 6:00 AM-6:30 PM Work only 3 days per week and enjoy 4 consecutive days off every week! Vermont Hard Cider Co., d.b.a. Green Mountain Beverage, is seeking a hands-on Weekend Shift Production Supervisor to lead our weekend production team. This role is ideal for an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys developing employees, driving results, solving problems, and keeping production operations running safely and efficiently. You'll lead weekend packaging operations while partnering with Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, and Operations teams to deliver strong performance and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do:- Lead production employees and temporary workers through coaching, accountability, and clear communication
- Drive safety, quality, productivity, food safety, and operational performance
- Oversee canning, kegging, and variety pack production activities
- Monitor production metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce downtime
- Coordinate staffing, production priorities, shift handoffs, and reporting
- Troubleshoot equipment and operational issues in real time
- Partner with cross-functional teams to maintain production flow
- Support training, development, and continuous improvement initiatives
What Success Looks Like:- Reduced downtime and production interruptions
- Improved line performance and efficiency
- Strong employee accountability and engagement
- Effective shift communication and handoffs
- Positive safety and quality results
- Continuous improvement of production processes
What We're Looking For:- 3-5+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, packaging, food and beverage, CPG, or other regulated manufacturing environments
- Previous supervisory, team lead, or leadership experience
- Strong floor presence and the ability to lead by example
- Confident decision-making in a fast-paced production environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage safety, quality, staffing, productivity, and operational priorities simultaneously
- Preferred Experience
- Food and beverage manufacturing
- Packaging operations
- Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement environments
Compensation & Benefits:- Annual salary of $65,000-$75,000 Bonus opportunity
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave 401(k) with company match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional company-sponsored benefits
Final compensation is based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.
Why Join Us?- Unique 3-day workweek schedule
- Four consecutive days off every week
- Opportunity to lead your own shift and make an immediate impact
- Support from experienced Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, and Operations teams
- Career growth with a leading beverage manufacturer and co-packing partner
About Vermont Cider Company Since 1991, Vermont Cider Company has been a leader in American hard cider, crafting innovative beverages enjoyed across the country. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as Woodchuck Hard Cider and Wyder's Cider.
About Green Mountain Beverage Green Mountain Beverage is a world-class co-packing partner for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, providing the quality, flexibility, expertise, and manufacturing capabilities that help brands scale with confidence.
Apply today and help lead a high-performing weekend operation. Vermont Hard Cider Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and other job-related requirements.
