Description/Job Summary

Production Supervisor (Grade 8)

Responsible for leading and developing employees, as well as meeting defined Metrics for Safety, Quality, Production, Service and Efficiency. Schedule priority production machines and/or lines and employees accordingly. Assist and work under the direction of the Operations Manager. While performing the supervisory duties listed below, the supervisor is required to spend 70% of time on the production floor.

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  We offer a competitive salary with a range of $60,000 - $70,000 based on experience and skill set.
• A variety of benefits are also available, including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, as well as Signode's 401(k) program.

Day-to-Day Role:

• Take ownership and demonstrate leadership necessary to achieve goals specific to Safety, Quality, Service, Efficiency and Employee Engagement/Development
• Work with Operations Manager and Maintenance Technician to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support Maintenance Technician in troubleshooting mechanical issues.
• Lead by example to promote and encourage employees to strongly commit to safety.
• Establish an environment that encourages employee engagement, participation and teamwork
• Schedule line priorities and staff to efficiently meet production goals on time. This includes taking daily attendance, scheduling personnel on specific lines and coordinating lunch breaks.
• Track Line Performance, anticipating and correcting trends which would compromise achievement of customer commitments.
• Enter employee data into computer systems as required.
• Perform Safety and Quality Audits. Correct deficiencies as necessary.
• Ensure employees inspect product and sign quality control check sheets as required.
• Understand, support, and follow management expectations in alignment with company values.
• Conduct or participate in the interview process with new candidates.
• Take an active role in the onboarding of new hires, including ensuring that training is complete to a satisfactory level.
• Supervise and direct the work of others.
• Make decisions and recommendations regarding, hiring, terminations, overtime and pay adjustments.
• Responsible for employee development, discipline, performance feedback and appraisals.
• Manufacturing Hours of Operation are 24/7.

Core Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Two (2) years supervisory experience required with demonstrated strong leadership and management skills
• High School Diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of experience in a production environment
• Displays strong interpersonal skills and is accessible and approachable
• Ability to utilize and train employees on technology, processes and procedures
• Excellent verbal and written skills necessary in order to communicate intricate job-related processes
• Hands-on approach
• Experience using Microsoft Office and spreadsheets in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• Continuous improvement experience
• Fiber Board/Paper production a plus
• Forklift experience and certification