Manufacturing Supervisor II

Reporting directly to the Plant Superintendent, the Manufacturing Supervisor's responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:



Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.


  • Coordinates and supervises activities of equipment and personnel throughout the facility with a focus on optimizing Safety, Quality, Productivity and Spoilage
  • Communicates all pertinent information between departments and between shifts on changes to equipment, production scheduled, production problems or any other related information
  • Works with employees on identifying, discussing solutions and implementing "fixes" on machinery and equipment problems
  • Performs and facilitates "on the job training" and / or coaching of all employees as needed or required
  • Applies knowledge of various processes, production methods and processes to improve plant production
  • Manages machinery set-up and adjustment and inspects products to ensure compliance to standards
  • oversees quality and recommends modifications of existing quality and or production standards to achieve optimal performance within the equipment limits
  • Complete and / or administer necessary documentation such as production sheets, pallet ticketing, job progressions, disciplinary actions, monthly SAFE cards, time and attendance, accident reports, process control sheets
  • Performs other job-related duties as required



in addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:



Minimum Requirements




  • High School Education / GED
  • Five-to-seven-year (s) experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment
  • At least three years of proven supervisory experience
  • Must be available to work various shifts if needed and be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support


Preferred Requirements




  • Bachelor's degree
  • Packaging industry experience
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing


Competencies xklufbp




  • Strong problem-solving skills through an individual and / or collaborative approach
  • Ability to work independently or with a team
  • Must be able to look at new solutions and "think outside the box"
  • Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making, etc.
  • Demonstrated employee relations skills and the ability to motivate people
  • Excellent time management and project management skills as well as the ability to multi-task
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong computer skills and working knowledge of various Microsoft programs (Excel, Work, Access, etc.
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