Packaging Supervisor-night shift

Summary

The Packaging Supervisor is responsible for all activities within the company's manufacturing area, including but not limited to production, quality, and safety. The individual in this position is also responsible for providing team members with a safe work environment and the proper tools and equipment to perform assigned tasks.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function.

• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems, schedule production, and ensure coordination with lead times and shipping deadlines.
• Ensure material produced meets or exceeds customer specifications.
• Direct setup and adjustments of machines.
• Establish or adjust work assignments to meet production schedules.
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
• Assist team members in solving work problems.
• Suggest plans to motivate team members to achieve work goals.
• Use independent judgment to assign team member work duties to meet operational requirements. Make sure that team members and co‑workers have the information and training needed to perform their job duties.
• Supervise team members in a manner that enables growth and success through feedback, training, and encouragement. Establish performance expectations for team members and provide regular feedback and performance reviews to ensure that team members understand how their job duties support the company’s mission and have the right tools/resources to do their jobs well.
• Investigate performance concerns and implement disciplinary action, up to and including termination, as needed and in compliance with company procedures and with consultation with the human resources department.
• Work with human resources department to manage hiring process for direct reports; interview and select candidates for hire in compliance with company processes.
• Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
• Continually evaluate processes, make recommendations, and implement improvements to optimize efficiency. Establish and document standard operating procedures and ensure the team is adhering to them. Drive continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness. Understand and apply lean manufacturing tools and methodology to lead team in continuous improvement activities.
• Adhere to established company values, practices, policies and procedures at all times.
• Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
• Use independent judgment to ensure that team members follow company policy and maintain a safe work environment by encouraging safe practices and promptly resolving violations, including initiating rewards and discipline as needed.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.
• Wear/use required PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
• Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
• Recognize problems when they occur and work toward the solution of those problems.
• Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with co‑workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
• Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities and job knowledge.
• Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
• Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
• Use equipment, resources and time in an efficient and effective manner.
• Use good judgment when making decisions.
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co‑workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.
• Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.

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