Shift Manager Jobs in Wisconsin
Shift manager jobs in Wisconsin are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in food service, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare operations across the state. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay lead hiring volume, with well-established employers like Kwik Trip, Roundy's (Pick 'n Save parent), and Aurora Health Care regularly posting openings. The most in-demand specialties are food and beverage operations, production floor supervision, and retail shift leadership. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Build a career with a company that invests in people, strengthens communities, and creates opportunities to grow. At Coborn's, Inc., we're more than a grocery retailer. We're an employee-owned company where team members are empowered to make a difference, contribute to our success, and help shape the future of our organization. For more than 100 years, we've been committed to serving our guests, supporting local communities, and helping our team members thrive. We've also been certified as a Great Place To Work® for three consecutive years, a recognition earned entirely through employee feedback about their experience working at Coborn's, Inc.
As one of the Midwest's largest independent grocery retailers, Coborn's, Inc. operates 77 grocery stores across six states under the:
- Coborn's
- Cash Wise Foods
- Marketplace Foods
- Hornbacher's
- Tadych's Marketplace Foods
- Sullivan's Foods
- Kessler's Food & Grocery
banners. Guided by our vision to inspire happiness, healthy living, and simplicity, we continue to grow while staying true to our local roots and community-focused values. With more than 135 business units across our organization, team members have opportunities to learn, grow, and build meaningful careers.
Beyond grocery, our diverse retail operations include liquor stores, convenience stores, fuel locations, pharmacies, and franchise businesses such as Ace Hardware, Country Floral, Caribou Coffee, Dunn Brothers Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert's, Godfather's Pizza, and Pet Supplies Plus. Supporting it all are our own central bakery, fresh foods commissary, and grocery warehouse and distribution center. From neighborhood stores to behind-the-scenes operations, every team member plays a role in helping us serve our guests and strengthen the communities we call home.
We’re hiring for a Shift Manager to join our team!
The Shift Manager is responsible for providing leadership coverage and manage the store operations in the absence of the Store Director and Assistant Store Director.
Duties include receiving merchandise according to company policies and procedures, preparing product to go out to the floor for merchandising. Will be responsible for efficiently and effectively breaking down deliveries, stocking the shelves, building displays with packaged products, and greeting guests on the salesfloor and assisting them with finding items they are looking for.
This role also provides guidance and direction to team members throughout the store to ensure smooth operation throughout their shift.
- 10% employee discount on grocery items, with additional franchise-specific discounts available at company owned Ace Hardware, Caribou Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert’s, and Pet Supplies Plus locations.
- Get Paid Daily with DailyPay – for employees who would like access to their pay before payday, we offer this great benefit!
- Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation)
- Paid Floating Holidays & time and a half (1 ½) paid for hours worked on a company-recognized holiday!
- Sunday Premium Pay – an extra $1 per hour for hours worked on Sundays (some exclusions apply)
- Paid Military Leave
- Employee recognition programs with monetary rewards including in-store vouchers, years of service, and employee of the month
- Employee Health & Wellness Programs, Challenges and Resources – to assist our team members in living a life of wellbeing!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – unlimited phone access to legal, financial, and work-life services and up to five free in-person counseling sessions, per situation/issue, per year
- Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance , entertainment and more!
- Tools, resources and opportunities for career growth and development
- 401(k) plan options – we also match up to 20% of the first 5% contributed
- Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) – yes, we’re employee-owned! Our team members benefit from the success of the company through this company-sponsored benefit!
- Education benefits including tuition discount and scholarship programs
- Additional Voluntary Benefits – such as vision, accident and critical illness insurances
If you’re hired or promoted into a full-time position with our company, you will also be eligible for: Medical & Dental Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Adoption Reimbursement, Paid Family Caregiver Leave, as well as company-sponsored Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance!
We believe that building a team of people with different backgrounds, beliefs, experiences and perspectives inspires fresh thinking and opens us up to new possibilities. We are an EEO/AA Employer - All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Build a career with a company that invests in people, strengthens communities, and creates opportunities to grow. At Coborn's, Inc., we're more than a grocery retailer. We're an employee-owned company where team members are empowered to make a difference, contribute to our success, and help shape the future of our organization. For more than 100 years, we've been committed to serving our guests, supporting local communities, and helping our team members thrive. We've also been certified as a Great Place To Work® for three consecutive years, a recognition earned entirely through employee feedback about their experience working at Coborn's, Inc.
As one of the Midwest's largest independent grocery retailers, Coborn's, Inc. operates 77 grocery stores across six states under the:
- Coborn's
- Cash Wise Foods
- Marketplace Foods
- Hornbacher's
- Tadych's Marketplace Foods
- Sullivan's Foods
- Kessler's Food & Grocery
banners. Guided by our vision to inspire happiness, healthy living, and simplicity, we continue to grow while staying true to our local roots and community-focused values. With more than 135 business units across our organization, team members have opportunities to learn, grow, and build meaningful careers.
Beyond grocery, our diverse retail operations include liquor stores, convenience stores, fuel locations, pharmacies, and franchise businesses such as Ace Hardware, Country Floral, Caribou Coffee, Dunn Brothers Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert's, Godfather's Pizza, and Pet Supplies Plus. Supporting it all are our own central bakery, fresh foods commissary, and grocery warehouse and distribution center. From neighborhood stores to behind-the-scenes operations, every team member plays a role in helping us serve our guests and strengthen the communities we call home.
We’re hiring for a Shift Manager to join our team!
The Shift Manager is responsible for providing leadership coverage and manage the store operations in the absence of the Store Director and Assistant Store Director.
Duties include receiving merchandise according to company policies and procedures, preparing product to go out to the floor for merchandising. Will be responsible for efficiently and effectively breaking down deliveries, stocking the shelves, building displays with packaged products, and greeting guests on the salesfloor and assisting them with finding items they are looking for.
This role also provides guidance and direction to team members throughout the store to ensure smooth operation throughout their shift.
- 10% employee discount on grocery items, with additional franchise-specific discounts available at company owned Ace Hardware, Caribou Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert’s, and Pet Supplies Plus locations.
- Get Paid Daily with DailyPay – for employees who would like access to their pay before payday, we offer this great benefit!
- Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation)
- Paid Floating Holidays & time and a half (1 ½) paid for hours worked on a company-recognized holiday!
- Sunday Premium Pay – an extra $1 per hour for hours worked on Sundays (some exclusions apply)
- Paid Military Leave
- Employee recognition programs with monetary rewards including in-store vouchers, years of service, and employee of the month
- Employee Health & Wellness Programs, Challenges and Resources – to assist our team members in living a life of wellbeing!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – unlimited phone access to legal, financial, and work-life services and up to five free in-person counseling sessions, per situation/issue, per year
- Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance , entertainment and more!
- Tools, resources and opportunities for career growth and development
- 401(k) plan options – we also match up to 20% of the first 5% contributed
- Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) – yes, we’re employee-owned! Our team members benefit from the success of the company through this company-sponsored benefit!
- Education benefits including tuition discount and scholarship programs
- Additional Voluntary Benefits – such as vision, accident and critical illness insurances
If you’re hired or promoted into a full-time position with our company, you will also be eligible for: Medical & Dental Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Adoption Reimbursement, Paid Family Caregiver Leave, as well as company-sponsored Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance!
We believe that building a team of people with different backgrounds, beliefs, experiences and perspectives inspires fresh thinking and opens us up to new possibilities. We are an EEO/AA Employer - All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Shift Manager Job Market in Wisconsin
A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- McDonald's28
- Cousin's Submarines23
- Dairy Queen13
- Manna9
- Arby's9
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in shift manager jobs across Wisconsin.
- Proven experience supervising a team in a retail, food service, or production environment
- Ability to open and close a location and manage daily cash reconciliation procedures
- Strong knowledge of Wisconsin labor law basics including break requirements and minor employment rules
- ServSafe Food Manager certification preferred for roles in Wisconsin food service and hospitality
- Proficiency with scheduling software and point-of-sale or inventory management systems
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with associate degree preferred by many Wisconsin employers
Shift Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a shift manager in Wisconsin?
Most shift manager roles in Wisconsin require relevant frontline experience in the same industry, typically one to three years, followed by an internal promotion or a direct application demonstrating supervisory readiness. Food service positions frequently require or prefer a ServSafe Food Manager certification, administered by the National Restaurant Association and recognized by Wisconsin health authorities. Retail and manufacturing paths generally emphasize schedule reliability, team leadership, and familiarity with the employer's specific operating systems over formal credentials.
Which companies hire shift managers in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring shift managers in Wisconsin include McDonald's, Cousin's Submarines, and Dairy Queen, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's deep concentration of regional grocery chains, quick-service restaurants, and mid-size manufacturers means steady, recurring openings rather than seasonal spikes.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most shift manager jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and New Berlin consistently have the most shift manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee drives the largest share through its dense retail corridors and food and beverage industry, Madison's openings reflect its university-anchored hospitality market and healthcare campuses, and Green Bay's volume is anchored by food processing, logistics, and regional retail chains headquartered or heavily concentrated in the Fox Valley.
Are there remote shift manager jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Shift management is fundamentally an on-site role built around direct supervision of staff and physical operations, so most positions require an in-person presence. About 0% of shift manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be limited to scheduling coordination or back-office operational support roles rather than full floor-level management positions.
How can I get hired as a shift manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a team lead or key holder role at a Wisconsin employer who promotes from within, then demonstrating operational reliability over several months. Large Wisconsin grocers like Woodman's and Festival Foods, along with regional quick-service chains, regularly advance hourly associates into shift lead positions before a formal manager title. Earning a ServSafe Food Manager certification before applying signals readiness and gives candidates a concrete edge in food service hiring across the state.
Where can I find and apply to shift manager jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to shift manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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