Production Supervisor - Corrugator
About The Position
The Production Supervisor (Corrugator) manages Corrugator department employees to meet manufacturing and production schedules. The role coordinates production operations and maintains effective quality procedures and facility safety regulations. It oversees shift operations with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, and cost, supports continuous improvement, and coordinates with other departments to achieve production objectives efficiently. The supervisor monitors production and shipping schedules, records production data and KPIs, reports on shift performance, manages labor and resources, and coaches and develops employees. The position also directs maintenance employees in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance and ensures personnel follow company standards and meet customer commitments. The role requires at least three years of corrugator supervisory experience in a packaging facility and a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Operations Management is preferred. The position is full-time, located at the Winston-Salem Container facility in North Carolina, and requires flexibility to work multiple shifts. Candidates must undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional offer and before starting employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 3 years of corrugator supervisory experience in a packaging facility.
- Proven experience in operations, manufacturing, or supply chain.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- Proven problem-solving ability.
- Ability to embrace continuous improvement.
- Strong collaboration and teaming skills with stakeholders across functions.
- Ability to coach and train employees.
- Ability to provide on-shift troubleshooting support for process and maintenance issues.
- Ability to make independent, effective decisions.
- Ability to be a self-directed team player.
- Flexibility to work multiple shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Operations Management.
- Experience working in a Lean environment.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day shift operations with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Serve as the first point of contact for operators regarding mechanical failures or production issues.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, enforce control procedures, and recommend improvements to the Plant Superintendent.
- Coordinate production activities with other departments to achieve production goals and objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Monitor production to eliminate waste and ensure adherence to production and shipping schedules.
- Accurately enter production data into the system to measure and monitor KPIs, including efficiencies, downtime, inventory, and overall production.
- Recommend improvements to facility safety, environmental practices, and health.
- Produce daily shift production reports and reviews to assess whether goals are met.
- Control load factors and workflow to maximize available capacity and effectively use labor, tools, and equipment.
- Manage and coach employees, provide performance reviews, and enforce disciplinary actions.
- Recruit, select, orient, and train employees, and develop individual growth opportunities.
- Direct maintenance employees in troubleshooting mechanical problems and performing preventive maintenance.
- Enforce plant safety regulations and encourage employees to be safety-conscious.
- Ensure plant personnel follow company standards and meet customer commitments.
Benefits
- Comprehensive training and learning and development opportunities.
- Attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
