Production Manager

Mondi is a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world by developing and producing products that are sustainable by design. Sustainability is at the heart of our strategy and intrinsic to the way we do business, enabling us to offer a broad range of innovative solutions for consumer and industrial end-use applications. We are a global team of 24,000 people working across 100+ production sites in more than 30 countries.

About the role

The Press Shift Supervisor leads press room operations during a 12-hour rotating shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role oversees staffing, scheduling, training, production execution, process control, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

• Lead rotating shift employees performing complex printing operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer requirements
• Conduct daily shift meetings, communicate production priorities, and coordinate handoffs with outgoing supervisors
• Assign daily work and ensure production schedules are executed efficiently
• Verify work orders and coordinate material requirements with warehouse personnel
• Monitor process control indicators and address out-of-control conditions to maintain product quality
• Troubleshoot machine and equipment issues and coordinate maintenance support as needed
• Manage staffing, scheduling, vacation coverage, and daily workforce allocation within the press room
• Train, coach, and support new employees and temporary workers in safe and effective machine operation
• Review daily performance expectations and provide ongoing direction to team members
• Create, maintain, and communicate work instructions and operating procedures
• Complete production reports, timecards, maintenance work orders, personnel records, and other required documentation
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, environmental requirements, and operational procedures
• Conduct supervisor audits and observations to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate production schedules to meet shipping deadlines and customer demand requirements
• Utilize operational data, work instructions, process controls, and FMEA tools to resolve process and product quality issues
• Report non-conforming materials and process deviations into the Non-Conformance Management System
• Support special projects and perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years of experience in a printing or packaging manufacturing environment
• Previous supervisory experience or leadership training required
• Strong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills and ability to utilize production reporting systems
• Knowledge of current and emerging printing technologies
• Understanding of ink systems, solvents, hazardous materials, and waste handling practices
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts
• Ability to work in an environment with strong odors and exposure to hazardous materials

Benefits

• Comprehensive base salary plus bonus
• Company health and benefits package
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid holidays and vacation
• Training and development opportunities
• Collaborative and experienced team
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization
• Empowering and inclusive work environment
• Clean and controlled manufacturing environment

Schedule

12-hour rotating shifts