Production Supervisor

UFP Industries • Siler City, NC

22d • Onsite

About The Position

PalletOne, Inc. is seeking an experienced Production Department Supervisor in Siler City, North Carolina, to lead safe, efficient, and high-quality operations across multiple departments and shifts. This hands-on manufacturing leadership role oversees daily production while developing employees and ensuring work aligns with business goals, safety requirements, and company standards. The supervisor contributes to production goals, cost control, and a workplace culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role may require forklift operation and, if assigned to the Treating Department, compliance with hazardous-material handling procedures.

Requirements

• Post-high school education.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• 1–3 years of experience leading or supervising employees.
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations, priorities, and timelines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic production environment.
• Successfully complete forklift driver certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing agendas, meetings, and visual production tools.
• Strong working knowledge of Inside UFPI systems, Citrix, and professional email communication.
• Familiarity with the Precise Plant Quality Program and quality troubleshooting.
• Understanding of preventative maintenance, standard work instructions, and equipment processes.
• Experience conducting machine audits and supporting safety improvements.
• Ability to train employees, document training, and support skill development.
• Ability to provide daily feedback, conduct employee reviews, and identify advancement potential.
• Self-awareness and willingness to reflect and continuously improve leadership effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production operations across multiple departments and shifts.
• Supervise, coach, motivate, and develop employees to support productivity and engagement.
• Plan work activities, set expectations, and ensure production targets are met.
• Monitor and manage department costs, profitability, and inventory.
• Identify operational problems and improvement opportunities, research solutions, and implement them.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide feedback, and support development planning.
• Ensure compliance with UFP policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and TPM.
• Promote safety, including participation in safety committees, JDAs, JSAs, audits, and LOTO compliance.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate production and operational records.
• Communicate with team members and other leaders across the organization.
• Work with maintenance to support equipment reliability and preventative maintenance.
• Operate a forklift when needed to support production flow.
• Follow hazardous-material handling procedures if assigned to the Treating Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution.
• Basic and voluntary life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Employee stock purchase program.

What This Job Offers

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