Production Supervisor - Manufacturing

Job Summary
Wonder State Box Company Inc, a Division of Green Bay Packaging, are seeking energetic and meticulous Production Supervisor to join our team.

We are looking for initiative-taking individuals who can perform a multitude of functions in a flexible, fast-paced environment. Our workplace requires individuals who understand the needs of the business while maintaining focus on safety, customer satisfaction, & quality.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for plant operations. This includes supervisory direction, manufacturing techniques, scheduling modifications, and employee relations. The Production Supervisor assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures, meting plant goals, quality, and safety.

This is a safety sensitive position.

This position is for 2nd shift which typically works Monday – Friday (1 pm – 9 pm).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

o Direct and coordinate operations while following company policies and procedures.

o Ensure safety, quality, and housekeeping standards are met.

o Manage all aspects of employee relations to ensure safety and productivity.

o Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures.

o Responsible for production goals and quality control.

o Foster a well-trained and motivated staff.

o Assist with interviews, hires and trains employees: Plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; reward and disciplines employees; address complaints and resolves problems.

o Assists in developing production schedule by coordinating personnel with their specific work assignment.

o Oversee and provide training for personnel within their job descriptions until they can successfully maintain job quality and performance.

o Recommends ways to improve output and material flow.

o Uses computer system to support production process and material flow throughout the plant.

o Monitor production quality on an on-going basis and makes adjustments when needed to maximize product quality.

o Monitors area to ensure that product is being manufactured in a safe manner and employees are in a safe environment.

o Must be cross- functional to work in different areas of the company.

o Must be flexible to perform other duties as assignment and required.

Qualifications

To perform these jobs successfully, an individual should have the following attributes and/or skills.

o College Degree, preferably in a business field, with 5 years related experience and/or training, and 4 years related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

o Outstanding interpersonal, leadership and management skills.

o Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.

o Communication Skills to include verbal and written, as well as active listening, nonverbal and emotional cues.

o Math Skills to include a mix of foundational arithmetic, data interpretation, and mathematical reasoning.

o Knowledge of basic/foundational computer skills (MS Word/Excel) and ability to learn other internal systems.

o The ability to lead, influence and interact effectively with all levels of management.

o Need to be flexible with required working hours, which may exceed 8 hours.

o Must pass on-site forklift certification.

o Must have valid driver’s license.

o Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test.

o Critical Thinking Skills – Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of

Physical Activities

The following physical activities are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function and meet expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to fingers, handle, or feel, talk or hear, frequently required to stand, walk; and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance.

The employee must occasionally life and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision.

Environmental Conditions

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; and occasionally exposed to airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervisory: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person