Manufacturing Supervisor

Graphic Packaging•Perry, GA

64d•$71,250 - $95,000

About The Position

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. A World of Difference. Made Possible. MISSION / SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Manufacturing Supervisor is to work directly with and supervise a production workforce of approximately 50+/- employees per shift. This person will have responsibility for the day-to-day management for all aspects of the production process in accordance with operating targets, compliance with established customer quality and production standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; in lieu of degree, 1-2 years of Supervisory experience
2+ Years of manufacturing experience required
Demonstrated leadership ability
Demonstrated technical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills, ability to motivate people.
Excellent communication skills.
Highly skilled in Microsoft office applications.

Nice To Haves

Leadership training preferred
Experience in a front-line leadership position preferred

Responsibilities

Manufacturing Supervisor schedule consist of 12-hour rotating days and nights - generally includes every other weekend off.
Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, riding.
Supervises and leads the day-to-day shift activities to includes: scheduling, material handling issues and maintenance, as well as resolving production issues and inspires team to achieve safety, quality productivity goals.
Drives consistent accountability of company policies and processes.
Encourages and lead team members to work in a safe manner. Supports safety standards and seeks to make improvement in work practices.
Maintains quality standards and uses Statistical Process Controls (SPC) techniques for problem resolution.
Develops technical knowledge of equipment capability.
Must consistently demonstrate GPI's Core Values - Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork.
Actively participates in LEAN, 5S, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement programs and processes.
Must clearly understand customer requirements and deliver results to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Responsible and accountable to stop any process which is not meeting employee safety or customer quality requirements.
Back up to Department Manager as needed.
Partners with the department manager and the training supervisor to develop training assignments for all department employees and ensures timely completion.
Accurate and timely submission of daily pay period time records. Resolve all ADP time exceptions prior to end of pay period.
Oversees vacation schedule to ensure proper coverage is secured
Initiates new hire evaluations at 60 and 90 days providing accurate feedback related to performance.
Participates on interview panels as needed.
Other duties as assigned.