Shift Supervisor - Blown Films "B" Team

Overview

Printpack, an essential and leading manufacturer of flexible packaging, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Shift Supervisor – Blown Film for a 7p-7a 2/3 rotating night shift. This position is located in the Jackson, TN, plant and will report to the Blown Films Department Manager.

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• Hands‑on supervisory experience within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Blown or cast extrusion experience preferred
• Continuous process experience preferred
• Must have strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage change and multiple objectives simultaneously
• Ability to effectively communicate with associates at all levels of the organization
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office 365 and Outlook
• Knowledge of a manufacturing ERP system is preferred
• Excellent work history and attendance record
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to work any shift as needed

• Responsible for the direct management and enforcement of all OSHA and Printpack environmental, health and safety policies and procedures on the shift.
• Lead monthly shift safety meetings, coordinating with EHS on the monthly topic to be covered and training materials.
• Perform monthly Behavior‑Based Safety Observation (BBSO) audits and work with the EHS coordinator to ensure 100% monthly safety engagement for associates on the shift.
• Assure that a clean and safe working environment is maintained at all times.
• Investigate and prepare reports on safety incidents—near‑misses, hazard identification, and accidents.
• Make on‑the‑spot corrections of intentional or unintentional violations by associates of health and safety rules, initiate and document corrective or disciplinary actions.
• Read and understand all assigned policies, operating procedures manual (OPM), and work instructions (WIs) relative to safety.

• Responsible for monitoring all aspects of production activities performed during the shift, with careful attention to productivity, quality, and on‑time delivery.
• Ensure products are made within customer specifications and inspect finished products to ensure quality.
• Work closely with associates to develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality to reduce and prevent customer complaints.
• Ensure associates operate processes within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality procedures.

• Responsible for creating a positive, engaged, and inclusive work environment, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, and developing the team to ensure company goals are achieved.
• Ensure that all individuals within assigned departments have a clear understanding of their responsibilities and are properly trained on procedures relating to safety, quality, and process control.
• Identify training and developmental needs of associates and coach, mentor, and motivate them to be successful.
• Evaluate individual team members' performance, provide regular feedback, and complete quarterly and annual written performance reviews for all associates.
• Identify and resolve production issues efficiently and timely, and assist in the resolution of production problems.
• Communicate daily production goals and expectations to operators on shift, document, and report production results required.
• Conduct monthly team meetings to communicate safety, quality, and production changes and goals.
• Work closely with other production supervisors, lead operators, support groups, and management to ensure consistency across shifts.
• Promote an effective team‑oriented environment and foster communication between floor associates and Plant Management to identify safety issues, improvements in working conditions, and methods to increase production and quality.
• Manage shift administrative activities, including time/absence reporting, attendance monitoring, vacation planning, time‑off requests, and overtime.
• Perform inventory control through cycle counts and manage in‑plant material movement.

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