Shift supervisor, Manufacturing ​/ Production

From a small family business to a multi‑billion‑dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries.

We’re extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

The Shift Supervisor is responsible for managing and coordinating daily manufacturing operations to ensure the efficient production of high‑quality products. This role involves supervising production staff, overseeing equipment and processes, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, and meeting production goals.

• Oversee daily production operations to ensure that manufacturing processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• Assign tasks to production staff and monitor their performance.
• Ensure that production schedules are met, adjusting plans as necessary to accommodate any delays or issues.
• Monitor production processes to ensure products meet established quality standards.
• Identify and address any issues or defects in the production process.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to implement and maintain quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead, train, and mentor production staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for staff development.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions to promote a safe working environment.
• Prepare and maintain accurate production reports, including daily output, quality control data, and incident logs.
• Communicate production status and any issues to management and other relevant departments.
• Maintain records of employee attendance, performance, and training.

This position is located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin facility.

• 3–5 years experience in a supervisor role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control standards.
• Proficiency in using production management software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

The annual base salary range for this role is from $90,400 to $101,700, plus a competitive quarterly bonus of 12.5% of the base salary.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits.
* Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services.
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family.
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee‑paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.