Production Supervisor

Montebello Container, A Division of New-Indy•La Mirada, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily production activities within their assigned area of a corrugated manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Plant Superintendent, the Supervisor ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality operations by overseeing team performance, maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. This role plays a critical part in executing the daily production schedule and providing direct support to frontline employees.

Requirements

Strong leadership and team coordination skills with the ability to manage frontline supervisors.
Solid understanding of corrugated manufacturing processes.
Ability to interpret and act on production reports, quality metrics, and efficiency data.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Understanding of OSHA safety standards and general industrial safety practices.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, with 2 years min in a supervisory/ leadership role.
Experience in corrugated packaging, industry preferred.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the plant for extended periods (up to 8-10 hours per day).
Must be able to climb stairs, access elevated platforms, and navigate typical plant environments.
Ability to lift, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Visual and auditory ability to detect safety risks, equipment issues, and quality defects.
Must be able to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe boots.

Nice To Haves

Experience in corrugated packaging, industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support production team members during daily operations to meet shift production goals.
Monitor equipment and workflow to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output.
Enforce all plant safety protocols, housekeeping standards, and company policies.
Collaborate with maintenance and other departments to resolve equipment or production issues.
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of production, labor, and downtime data.
Conduct daily shift meetings to communicate expectations, priorities, and updates.
Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and feedback to production staff.
Maintain adequate staffing levels and adjust labor assignments as needed.
Identify and escalate issues that impact safety, quality, or productivity to the Superintendent or General Manager.
Conduct routine floor walks to ensure safety, engage with employees, and monitor line performance.
Assign team members to tasks based on skills, needs, and production requirements.
Respond quickly to production delays, quality issues, or equipment malfunctions.
Monitor product quality and ensure all inspections and checks are completed accurately.
Support and reinforce a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Participate in planning meetings with the Superintendent and other supervisors to align on production goals and staffing.
Review shift performance metrics and address any issues related to productivity, safety, or quality.
Follow up on corrective actions, training needs, or employee concerns identified during the week.
Support cross-training efforts and help maintain an up-to-date skills matrix for team members.
Contribute to weekly housekeeping and safety audits as assigned.
Participate in monthly safety talks and team briefings.
Support the Superintendent in tracking employee performance and development goals.
Assist with implementation of improvement projects or process changes.
Recommend ideas for increasing efficiency, reducing waste, or improving team morale.
Help plan and support plant recognition events or employee engagement initiatives.
Step in to manage specific departments during supervisor absences or high-volume periods.
Lead incident investigations for safety or quality events and implement corrective measures.
Collaborate with HR on performance management issues or employee relations concerns.
Support equipment trials, product launches, and plant improvement projects.
Respond to urgent customer or scheduling changes that impact production output.
Represent plant leadership in meetings or events when the General Manager is unavailable.