
Posted 2 days ago
3rd Shift Production Supervisor
AI Summary
Manages the 3rd shift production floor, supervising 10-20 associates, enforcing safety and ISO standards, and ensuring efficient, high-quality product movement through the plant.
About this role
Position Purpose:
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the production floor though supervision, development and training of the production team which includes approximately 10-20 associates. Also responsible for the efficient movement of product through the plant with a focus on quality and timeliness.
3rd Shift Schedule: This position works a 4-day, 10-hour schedule, Monday through Thursday.
Hours: 7:30 PM - 6:00 AM
Duties & Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities:
Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below:
- Follows and enforces established safety rules, ISO standards policies and procedures at all times
- Directs supervision of production staff including recruiting, selecting, training and developing associates through coaching and disciplinary actions
- Uses a Customer Driven approach to achieve KPI targets and engage associates in the improvement process (i.e. production quality, output, processes and efficiencies)
- Leads work teams focused on continuous improvement in safety, productivity, waste and quality improvement
- Maintains timekeeping and personnel records for all direct reports
- Maintains efficient workflows by monitoring processes and variables; implements cost reductions; develops reporting procedures and systems
- Completes production plan by establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising production schedules, resolving problems and reporting results or issues
- Ensures operation of equipment by calling for repairs; assists in troubleshooting machine issues
- Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests
- Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, budgetary and personnel requirements
- Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing associates on the use of all equipment and safety protocols
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications
- Assists with hands-on operation of machines, including operating and feeding large press machines that requires a full awareness of surroundings, machine pinch points and safety protocols
- Operate forklift, as needed, in tight spaces with human traffic
- Other duties as assigned
- Full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse setting.
- Proficient in lean methods
- Proficient in Amtech job costing module
- Proficient in Amtech RPM module
- Strong communication skills and mentoring skills
- High school diploma / GED
- Experience in the corrugated packaging industry highly preferred
- Certified forklift operator
- Working knowledge of all production machines, plant equipment and operations
- Results-orientated and able to work both independently and within a team environment
- Demonstrates aptitude for problem-solving; ability to determine solutions for customers
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills
- Drives results through others
- Assertive leader who holds self and others accountable
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Qualifications Desired:
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