Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Posted Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Hoffmaster is where tradition meets innovation. For decades,we'been a trusted name in food service products but what truly sets us apart is our people.

We'rea team of problem-solvers, creators, and collaborators who are passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions.

Here, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work helps shape experiences people enjoy every day.

With a strong legacy and a forward-thinking mindset,we'redriven by creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. Ifyou'relooking toelevate your career with a company that'sconstantly evolving,you'llfitright inhere.

From paper plates and napkins to paper straws, party supplies , and food wrap , Hoffmaster is a leader in the tableware industry.

What truly sets us apart is our people:

Here your ideas don't just get heard, they help shape what's next. Your growth is supported, your contributions are valued, and your work plays a role in creating moments people enjoy every day.

Create. Collaborate.

Elevate ...your dining table and your career!

The Shift Supervisor will be the face of our Management Team during Shift Operations and provide supervision to hourly employees who carry out manufacturing, distribution, and maintenance operations in the conversion of paper-based products. The Shift Supervisor is the front-line and primary provider of guidance and management oversight in conjunction with our hourly Group Leads [foreman] during their shift. They oversee the safe, efficient, and effective execution of daily operations to ensure that customer service, operational, productional, and budgetary needs are met.

Those who enjoy being hands on and engaging with team members to solve problems and deliver the best quality products to our customers in a safe and clean environment have proven to be highly effective in this position.

• Oversee manufacturing capabilities, product features and asset through puts and drive results that meet/exceed daily production requirements
• Direct accountability to safety performance of the daily operations - make best use of standard work and best practices to avoid injuries
• Identify unwanted performance trends and partner with Production Managers / Plant Superintendent and CI Managers to put action plans in place to solve
• Escalate issues that cannot be resolved within the team structure
• Communicates proactive with Production Managers / Plant Superintendent and CI Managers and cross functional teams to resolve rising concerns
• Lead and participate at Safety, Operational, and cross-functional meetings with all departments and Managers as required
• Assist with rollout of new or different methods/tools/equipment of manufacturing to reduce labor, material costs, decrease ergonomic risk, and/or safety hazards
• Monitor/track key metrics and act on root causes of unplanned or unwanted shifts in performance
• Follow and Maintain all Food Safety, GMP and HACCP Guidelines
• Follow and Maintain all Food Safety, GMP and HACCP Guidelines
• Assist in other duties as assigned to meet business needs

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing in a supervisory role
• Team supervision with some autonomy, delivering operational objectives
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills to drive results
• Union employee oversight
• Continuous Process Improvement knowledge: LEAN, Kaizen, 5S, etc.

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Time off that lets you recharge
• Retirement savings options
• Growth opportunities that elevate your career
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Pet insurance- because your furry friends matter too

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.