Production Supervisor

PaperWorks • Greensboro, NC

23d • Onsite

About The Position

PaperWorks is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of 100% recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, we are committed to the highest sustainable forestry and procurement standards. We want our team members to be proud of the essential work they do, our commitment to the environment, and the overall company. As part of our culture journey to be recognized as a Great Place to Work©, we continue to invest heavily in our people, our company culture and in state-of-the-art technology to be at the forefront of innovation and market differentiation. PaperWorks’ products are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the efficient operation of the entire plant and the optimum quality production output. Provides day-to-day direction to meet production targets and metrics and to achieve production demands for the plant. In this role, you will coordinate production operations and maintain safety regulations. To be successful in this role, you must have strong interpersonal and coupled with effective communication skills to build a team environment motivated to meet company goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or demonstrated equivalent practical/technical experience.
• Five years of experience in a Folding carton plant is strongly preferred.
• Meaningful folding carton production experience with the ability to learn new concepts and information.
• Strong mathematical , computer and reading skills
• Must posses Leadership skills to be able to lead and train employees.
• Must possess a positive attitude
• Good mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control production performance as measured against operating targets developed according to machine capabilities, manpower capabilities and projected business.
• Assign crews to daily jobs based on work priorities and established schedules. Review machine schedules, order requirements, operating complications, and special instructions with the preceding and relief Production Supervisors.
• Responsible for overall shift performance in accordance to established key performance indicators (KPI’s) to include: safety, environmental, quality and production efficiency.
• Serve as a role model and lead our safety systems and processes that support our continuous improvement goals.
• Evaluate the availability and condition of raw stock in line with current production requirements, making appropriate adjustments as required. Check board quality against specifications on a continuing basis.
• Assure that product quality and production efficiencies meet or exceed established standards.
• Foster teamwork, lead change and demonstrate integrity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level