Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc.•Sioux Falls, SD

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor manages the day-to-day production floor through supervision, development, and training of a team of approximately 20–30 associates. The role is responsible for moving products efficiently through the plant while maintaining quality and timeliness. This is a full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse setting, on the 1st shift. The supervisor directs production staff, monitors workflows and production plans, maintains equipment and supplies, supports quality and safety practices, and communicates with other supervisors to ensure smooth shift changes. The position also includes hands-on operation of production machinery and, as needed, forklift operation in tight spaces with human traffic.

Requirements

Proficiency in lean methods.
Proficiency in the Amtech job costing module.
Proficiency in the Amtech RPM module.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates.
Ability to read a tape measure accurately and calculate figures and amounts, including percentages, measurements, volume, and rate.
Ability to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Results-oriented approach and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Problem-solving aptitude and ability to determine solutions for customers.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Assertive leadership and ability to hold oneself and others accountable.
High school diploma or GED.
Regularly stand, walk, and communicate with others; frequently use hands to adjust, manipulate, and feel product; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and lift or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally sit and lift or move up to 100 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

2–5 years of experience as a production supervisor or manager.
Experience in the corrugated packaging industry is highly preferred.
Working knowledge of production machines, plant equipment, and processes, including equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
Certified forklift operator.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Follow established safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Supervise production staff, including training, planning and assigning work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining associates, resolving conflicts and problems, coaching, team building, and documenting performance.
Monitor production workflows and variables, implement cost reductions, and develop reporting procedures and systems.
Complete production plans by setting priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, and reporting results or issues.
Maintain equipment operation by arranging repairs and preventive maintenance and assisting with troubleshooting machine issues.
Compile, initiate, sort, and analyze production performance records and data, and respond to questions and requests for manufacturing information.
Create and revise systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, controls, budgetary requirements, and personnel requirements.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing associates on equipment use and safety protocols.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops and review of professional publications.
Assist with hands-on machine operation, including operating and feeding large press machines while observing surroundings, machine pinch points, and safety protocols.
Maintain inventories of sheets, inks, and other converting supplies.
Report quality concerns to the Management Team and assist in determining quality guidelines.
Conduct weekly Production/Safety meetings with departmental personnel.
Communicate with necessary supervision to avoid problems between shift changes.
Operate a forklift as needed in tight spaces with human traffic.
Perform other duties as assigned.