1st Shift Production Supervisor

Hoffmaster•Oshkosh, WI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 75 years, Hoffmaster has elevated the way people dine, entertain and bake through premium sustainable tableware. Hoffmaster is where tradition meets innovation, a trusted name in foodservice products, driven by creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. The company is a leader in the tableware industry, producing paper plates, napkins, paper straws, party supplies, and food wrap. The Shift Supervisor plays a critical role in leading Hoffmaster’s frontline operations, overseeing production, distribution, and maintenance activities while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on the floor. This role involves coaching hourly employees and driving continuous improvement initiatives to deliver operational excellence and support the success of the manufacturing environment.

Requirements

5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
Proven team supervision skills with the ability to deliver operational objectives.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience monitoring KPIs.
Familiarity with ERP systems, Time & Attendance systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical/technical experience
Union oversight
Distribution/logistics knowledge
Project management experience

Responsibilities

Oversee production, distribution, and maintenance activities to meet daily operational, quality, and customer goals.
Ensure all employees follow Food Safety, GMP, HACCP, and company safety standards, proactively preventing workplace injuries.
Track key metrics, identify trends, and implement action plans to improve production, efficiency, and quality.
Assist with rollouts of new methods, tools, or equipment to reduce labor, material costs, and ergonomic risks.
Supervise hourly employees and Group Leads, provide guidance, coach for performance, and escalate issues as needed.
Communicate proactively with Plant Managers, CI Managers, and cross-functional teams to resolve operational concerns.
Participate in safety, operational, and cross-functional meetings to support plant goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned to flexibly support the business and meet production and customer needs.