Manufacturing Shift Supervisor Job Danbury area,Connecticut USA,Manufacturing / Production

SUMMARY

Rand-Whitney Container board, a premier New England paper mill, produces high-quality container board through operational excellence, reliability, and a strong commitment to safety. The Shift Supervisor provides front-line leadership for production operations during an assigned shift in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role supervises shift personnel and is responsible for safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant mill operations. The Shift Supervisor drives operational performance, ensures adherence to mill standards, and develops team capability while supporting continuous improvement and equipment reliability.

DUTIES

AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and lead shift personnel, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Direct and coordinate all production activities during the assigned shift to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient mill operations.

Manage crew staffing and work assignments to meet operational demands and production objectives.

Train, coach, and evaluate employees, providing performance feedback and supporting employee development.

Recommend employment actions, including hiring, discipline, promotion, and termination, consistent with company policies.

Ensure Operator Basic Care (OBC) rounds are completed and documented and that equipment issues are identified and addressed.

Initiate and prioritize maintenance service requests in Maximo and allocate resources to resolve operational or equipment issues.

Conduct routine shift meetings and handovers, communicating safety expectations, production priorities, and operational updates.

Monitor production performance and maintain accurate shift documentation, including downtime events, speed losses, and corrective actions.

Perform routine mill tours to identify safety hazards, equipment abnormalities, or process deviations.

Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational policies, including timely reporting and investigation of incidents.

Partner with mill leadership to review procedures, investigate operational issues, and implement corrective actions.

Maintain housekeeping and workplace standards within the department.

Work a rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Special projects and assignments as business dictates.

Responsible for the maintenance, creation and control of all personally identifiable information or any other information protected by any Confidentiality or Privacy Standards or Company Policies that you have access or knowledge of, including but not limited to any state or federal regulations including HIPAA.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises hourly production employees during assigned shift. Responsibilities include assigning work, monitoring performance, training employees, addressing disciplinary issues, and recommending personnel actions.

Direct reports on assigned crew include Machine Tender Lead, OCC Operator Lead, Assistant OCC Operator, Back Tender, Winder Operator, Assistant Winder Operator, Fifth Hand, and General Helper.
Also responsible for OCC Handlers and FG Shippers in the absence of their manager.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a 24/7 paper mill or industrial manufacturing environment; supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Paper Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent paper mill or industrial manufacturing experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Working knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment, processes, and maintenance practices, preferably within linerboard or paper manufacturing operations.

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees, management, and cross-functional teams.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and promote a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating operational issues.

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a…