Shift supervisor, Manufacturing / Production
Listed on 2026-09-11
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Management
The Shift Supervisor role is a critical leadership position responsible for leading day-to-day Converting Department operations while serving as both a culture carrier and standards guardian. This leader ensures customer requirements are safely met through effective management of 10+ production associates across multiple production assets daily.
Beyond operational execution, this Shift Supervisor requires embodying and championing Printpack’s Core Values while maintaining unwavering adherence to Printpack’s Expectations of Leaders that protect our people, products, and reputation.
Key Responsibilities:Safety Leadership and Compliance - Enforce OSHA and company safety policies, lead monthly safety meetings, conduct safety audits, and investigate incidents while maintaining clean and safe working environment
Quality Assurance and Control - Monitor production activities with focus on quality standards, ensure products meet customer specifications, and implement measures to prevent customer complaints
Shift Operations Management - Manage assigned shift by providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback to associates to ensure achievement of plant goals in safety, waste, quality, and productivity
Team Development and Performance Management - Evaluate team performance, provide regular feedback, complete performance reviews, and identify training needs while coaching and mentoring associates
Production Planning and Execution - Communicate daily production goals, document results, resolve production issues efficiently, and ensure on-time delivery of quality products
Administrative Coordination - Manage time and absence reporting, attendance monitoring, vacation planning, and overtime while maintaining accurate documentation
Cross-Shift Communication - Promote a team-oriented environment, facilitate communication between associates and management, and coordinate with other shifts for operational consistency
Cost Control and Efficiency - Control operating costs, perform job checkouts, make quality decisions, and implement process improvements to enhance productivity
Training and Development - Ensure proper training on safety, quality, and production procedures while documenting training activities and identifying development opportunities
Plant Initiative Leadership - Oversee implementation of plant initiatives including 5S, PPS, Food Safety, and continuous improvement programs during shift operations
Continuous Improvement - Lead kaizen events and continuous improvement projects, standardize work processes and document best practices
Experience:
High School diploma OR Equivalent Experience
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience preferred
Production Experience - Proven background in manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to manage responsibilities and understand production processes effectively
Supervisory and Leadership Experience - Hands-on supervisory experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with the ability to manage people, provide performance feedback, and maintain high team morale
Training & Coaching Development - Capability to train, coach, and mentor team members while building organizational capability in process optimization and operational excellence
Safety and Compliance Knowledge - Understanding of OSHA regulations, safety protocols, and ability to enforce compliance while conducting safety meetings and incident investigations
Organizational and Multi-Tasking Abilities - Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple objectives simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and coordinate administrative functions effectively
Technical Manufacturing Skills - Strong technical skills in flexible packaging processes with flexographic printing, laminating, slitting, or press operator experience preferred
Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for effective interaction with associates at all organizational levels and cross-shift coordination
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making - Proven ability to identify and resolve production issues efficiently, make quality decisions under pressure, and implement corrective actions
Performance Management Experience - Demonstrated capability to conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and mentoring, and manage disciplinary actions while maintaining fairness
Change Management and Adaptability - Ability to manage organizational change, adapt to evolving…
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