Shift supervisor, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Position Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Shift Supervisor will have operating responsibility for safety, quality, cost, productivity, and management of the Paper Machines, Recycled Fiber, Boiler, and Shipping crews.

• Work closely with the area production superintendents to execute objectives consistent with GBMD's vision and strategy
• Lead and develop operational crews in activities around quality and operational improvements by enhancing operational knowledge, and coordinating with maintenance support to improve substandard facilities, and maintain a reliable and sustainable operation
• Direct and coordinate daily production operations focusing on optimization of safety, environmental stewardship, profit, and productivity
• Provide leadership to maintain and improve safe working conditions and maintain good housekeeping practices
• Maintain a positive employee environment through consistent/fair practices and leadership in areas such as employee development, safety, training, and discipline. Administer the Company/Union Labor Agreement
• Perform daily equipment checks and coordinate unplanned downtime for equipment repairs or paper machine fabrics & ropes with various departments:
  Production, Maintenance, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Engineering
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of all chemical systems

• Undergraduate degree in Paper Science or Chemical Engineering or equivalent mill operation experience
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience
• Experience in the paper industry or similar experience in a highly automated process manufacturing environment
• Proven record of developing and implementing training within operational crews
• Keen business acumen, combined with strong fiscal awareness and understanding - as it relates to cost control/reduction, particularly in response to immediate and critical operational decisions
• Ability to work with other departments to achieve GBMD's visions and strategies by motivating, inspiring and gaining commitment for a course of action that achieves results
• Superior verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively deliver and reinforce consistent messages at all levels
• Ability to troubleshoot problems to avoid or minimize unscheduled downtime.

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, and company matching 401(k). Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin container board mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement.

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