2nd Shift Production Supervisor - La Vergne, TN

VetJobs • La Vergne, TN

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor directly supervises operations teams in achieving production, safety, quality, service, productivity, cost-reduction, and other department goals. The role supervises Service Bureau production associates, oversees equipment functionality and maintenance, and manages material inventory to meet production needs. The supervisor coaches and provides feedback to team members, conducts performance evaluations, maintains quality-control processes, and promotes a safe, collaborative work environment. This position is on-site at Avery Dennison’s La Vergne, Tennessee facility and works during the second shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 5 years of related experience in the production or printing industry.
• At least 3 years of previous supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with ERP software systems.
• Intermediate PC skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to lead, coach, and resolve team conflicts.
• Working knowledge of safety procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality-control standards, and continuous-improvement processes in manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise Service Bureau associates and leads during the second shift, including recruiting, training, developing team members, assigning workloads, and conducting performance reviews.
• Oversee Service Bureau equipment functionality, upkeep, preventative maintenance, and repairs to minimize downtime and support smooth production workflows.
• Manage material inventory and warehouse workflow records in the ERP system, maintain accurate entries, coordinate cycle counts, and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate daily production schedules and workflows across departments, ensuring quality in printing, laminating, and shipping, and checking shipments for accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area by enforcing company safety policies, championing continuous improvement initiatives, and implementing procedural enhancements.
• Coach and provide feedback to associates, conduct performance evaluations, and maintain quality-control processes.

Benefits

• Access to a large network of medical and behavioral health professionals.
• 401(k) company contributions, including an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay and a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay contributed by the employee.
• Life insurance equal to twice base annual salary, up to a $50,000 maximum, at no cost to the employee.
• Paid time off through a vacation program that varies based on experience and position.

What This Job Offers

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