Production Supervisor (Night Shift) – Plant Manager Succession Track

Industrial Pallet Corp•Clarks Hill, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

IPC is seeking a Production Supervisor for their night shift recycle operations. This role is part of a Plant Manager Succession Track, offering an opportunity for growth into higher leadership roles. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, focusing on building trust, accountability, and teamwork. You will be responsible for leading from the front, developing people, holding teams accountable, and creating a culture where employees feel valued and motivated. Success in this role is measured by safe, efficient production, high employee engagement, and low turnover, with a drive for continuous improvement in all three areas.

Requirements

7-10 years prior supervisory or lead experience in manufacturing, recycling, or industrial operations
Experience leading a minimum of 20 - 50 team members at a time
Strong communication and people leadership skills
A safety-first mindset
Ability to coach, train, and hold teams accountable
Organized, dependable, and team-oriented

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Build trust, accountability, and teamwork on the floor
Communicate expectations clearly and consistently
Address issues directly and professionally
Model IPC’s core values every day
Maintain a professional appearance and leadership presence
Lead a strong safety culture through training, coaching, and accountability
Conduct weekly safety meetings and production/process training
Perform regular safety inspections and follow up on findings
Set the example for proper PPE usage
Work toward and maintain a zero recordable accident environment
Meet daily production goals within budget
Oversee recycle operations, including lumber recovery, reman, GMA repair, and sorting
Monitor productivity per labor hour (PPLH) and drive continuous improvement
Minimize overtime through planning and cross-training
Ensure housekeeping standards are met daily
Coach and develop supervisors, team leaders, and production employees
Build strong relationships with team members
Clearly communicate expectations for production, safety, teamwork, and attendance
Support employee growth and improve retention through consistent leadership