Fabricating Supervisor - Off Shift

Packaging Corporation of America • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Fabricating Supervisor oversees the machines and personnel responsible for finishing activities, including folding, gluing, waxing, stripping, and bundling. The role manages the assigned shift efficiently and safely, coordinating production work to support quality, workflow, equipment uptime, and continuous improvement.

The supervisor schedules and oversees work, supports employee development and training, communicates and implements company policies, and helps maintain a clean, safe, and injury-free workplace. The role also monitors equipment and product quality, evaluates department performance, and responds to finishing-related customer complaints.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of corrugated manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours when needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Working knowledge of standard corrugated and packaging manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures, including continuous improvement processes and safety practices.
• Knowledge of the machinery, methods, and procedures in the supervised department.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing systems, including shop floor software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle details, deadlines, and requests.
• Strong interpersonal skills to lead and communicate effectively with production teams and management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple projects or requests concurrently.
• Solid analytical and mechanical ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous experience as a team member or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Some college education or manufacturing training.
• Previous supervisory experience involving training, teambuilding, performance development, and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Production Manager and Shift Supervisor to plan and manage shift work orders, ensure quality requirements, and maintain an even flow of work through the fabrication department.
• Increase equipment uptime and minimize unscheduled downtime.
• Schedule work, coordinate production activities, and directly oversee employees.
• Approve time records and communicate and implement company policy.
• Engage in employee development and make recommendations regarding hiring, promotion, and disciplinary action.
• Ensure employees understand and follow health and safety procedures, maintaining a clean, safe, and injury-free work environment.
• Train employees on equipment, protocols, production standards, safety regulations, and waste control on an ongoing basis.
• Complete departmental operations in accordance with continuous improvement policies.
• Supervise efficient equipment operation and inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect or prevent malfunctions.
• Analyze fabricating performance, identify opportunities, recommend process and equipment improvements, establish goals, and execute strategy.
• Participate in production meetings and provide updates as needed.
• Verify job quality and investigate customer complaints regarding finishing quality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED