Packing Supervisor (2nd Shift)

the LEGO Group•Richmond, VA

3d•$84,674 - $127,010•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine leading cutting-edge automated production lines to ensure seamless and efficient manufacturing processes. As a Packing Supervisor on the 2nd shift, you'll drive operational excellence and innovation in a dynamic, automated manufacturing environment. As our Packing Supervisor, you'll oversee daily operations across highly automated production lines, ensuring safe, stable, and efficient execution of the production plan. You'll coordinate activities between Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams to maintain operational continuity. Your role will involve monitoring production KPIs, overseeing automation systems through MES, SCADA, HMI, and leading problem-solving activities to address downtime and quality concerns. You'll also coach and develop frontline operators and technicians, supporting continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, production flow, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Experience in manufacturing or production operations leading teams in a production or automated manufacturing environment.
Experience working with automated equipment, robotics, PLC-controlled systems, or material handling systems.
Experience with MES, SCADA, HMI, or production monitoring systems.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in fast-paced operational environments.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams during operational issues or production disruptions.
Strong communication, coaching, and team development skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in highly automated or Industry 4.0 manufacturing environments.
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
Experience supporting production ramp-ups or changeovers.
Knowledge of structured problem-solving tools such as PDCA, A3, or 5-Why.
Experience in consumer goods, automotive, plastics, electronics, or advanced manufacturing industries.
Desired education in engineering, automation, mechatronics, technical operations, or a similar field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations across highly automated production lines, ensuring safe, stable, and efficient execution of the production plan.
Coordinate activities between Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams to maintain operational continuity.
Monitor production KPIs.
Oversee automation systems through MES, SCADA, HMI.
Lead problem-solving activities to address downtime and quality concerns.
Coach and develop frontline operators and technicians.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, production flow, and operational efficiency.
Lead daily operations to ensure safe and efficient production.
Guide teams on automation capabilities.
Improve production quality through data-driven recommendations.
Support the standardization of processes and documentation.
Partner with stakeholders across the value chain.
Help expand the use of automation tools across the organization.