Senior Production Supervisor

First Quality • Anderson, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

First Quality is seeking an experienced, hands-on Production Supervisor for its First Quality Print & Packaging facility in Anderson, South Carolina. This leadership role oversees Extrusion, Flexographic Printing Press, and Warehouse operations during the night shift, ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality production and on-time fulfillment. The supervisor leads teams with minimal direct oversight during off-hours and partners with Maintenance, Quality, Procurement, HR, and day-shift leadership.

The role includes developing and managing employees, meeting production and delivery goals, monitoring operational performance, resolving production issues, supporting quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing warehouse and logistics activities, championing safety and housekeeping, and communicating shift results. The position also supports continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and related initiatives.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive manufacturing experience, preferably in plastics, film extrusion, printing, or packaging.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a production environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or a related field.
• Strong technical knowledge of extrusion processes and/or flexographic printing presses.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a 12-hour shift environment.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS).

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise, coach, and develop production teams in Extrusion, Flexographic Printing, and Warehouse operations, including operators, technicians, material handlers, and leads.
• Manage performance, succession planning, and talent development; conduct performance evaluations in partnership with Department Leaders.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement on the night shift.
• Partner with Maintenance, Quality, Procurement, and HR, and ensure adequate staffing and cross-training.
• Oversee daily production schedules for extrusion lines, flexographic printing presses, and warehouse activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
• Monitor KPIs including OEE, scrap and waste reduction, uptime, throughput, and labor efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production issues and coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering to minimize downtime.
• Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and other process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards through process control and inspection.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, OSHA safety regulations, SQF food-safety requirements, and GMP standards.
• Lead or participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or safety incidents.
• Oversee warehouse inventory accuracy, material movement, finished goods storage, and night-shift shipping and receiving.
• Ensure material flows effectively from extrusion through printing and warehousing to support order fulfillment.
• Promote safety programs and ensure adherence to safety protocols, including PPE and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas across responsible departments.
• Provide daily shift handover reports and production summaries to the Operations Manager and day-shift leadership.
• Participate in production planning meetings and communicate with other departments.

Benefits

• Paid time off (three-week minimum).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Child and family care assistance through a dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2,500.
• Bundle of joy benefit: a year’s worth of free diapers for team members with a new baby.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums.
• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed