Day Shift - Production Supervisor - Fischer Paper Products

Fischer Paper Products•Antioch, IL

About The Position

Fischer Paper Products is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, develop employees, and advance safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. The role leads shift operations, coordinates staffing and resources to meet production schedules and customer demands, and works with Maintenance, Quality, and Operations to resolve production challenges. Experience in paper converting, printing, packaging, or high-speed production is especially relevant. The supervisor coaches and trains employees, supports onboarding and cross-training, and builds an engaged, accountable, and safety-focused team. The role also monitors production metrics, troubleshoots equipment and process issues, participates in root-cause investigations and corrective actions, and supports process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions. The position ensures adherence to company safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP requirements, and product quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of manufacturing, production, or operations experience.
At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong communication, coaching, and team leadership skills.
Strong troubleshooting, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
Experience working with production metrics and operational performance measures.
Working knowledge of GMP and HACCP requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Experience in paper converting, printing, packaging, or roll-to-roll manufacturing environments.
Experience with paper grades, converting equipment, cylinders, printing presses, inks, adhesives, coatings, and related manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of flexographic printing, roll handling, web tension control, and print quality standards.
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience in paper converting, packaging, food manufacturing, or related industries.
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience.
Experience training employees and leading workforce development initiatives.
Project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience driving employee engagement, retention, and team development programs.

Responsibilities

Supervise, coach, support, and develop production employees to achieve daily operational goals.
Build a positive, engaged, accountable, and safety-focused work environment through communication, recognition, and team-building.
Provide performance feedback and support employee development and career growth.
Support workforce planning, scheduling, attendance management, and staffing needs.
Monitor daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
Coordinate resources and manpower to meet customer demands and production schedules.
Lead shift operations and ensure efficient workflow and equipment utilization.
Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Operations teams to resolve production challenges.
Analyze production performance and implement solutions to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Lead hands-on training for machine operators and production employees and support onboarding for new hires.
Develop cross-training opportunities, identify skill gaps, and create employee development plans.
Assist in diagnosing and resolving equipment, process, and production issues.
Participate in root-cause investigations and corrective action activities.
Apply Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles to improve operational performance.
Support process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions.
Monitor key performance indicators and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
Ensure compliance with company safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Maintain adherence to GMP and HACCP requirements and support a safe workplace.
Partner with Quality teams to investigate issues and implement corrective actions.
Ensure products meet company and customer quality standards.