Production Supervisor - Night Shift 7pm-7am

About the role

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our Sustainability Commitment is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations, and our people.

Job Function

The Production Supervisor will effectively coordinate and supervise production activities on the assigned shift, utilizing equipment, materials, people, and support services, so that the plant meets budgeted objectives in a safe and efficient manner, while achieving customer’s quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage Adjustor Supervisors, their subordinates, and warehouse personnel to ensure their work runs on schedule and meets Company standards.
• Demonstrate leadership, work with own team members to provide them with expectations, tools, training, and timely feedback/accountability needed in order to be effective.
• Responsible for training and development of new employees, providing timely feedback of their progress to trainee and management.
• Promote a good employee/management relationship and a safe work environment to meet the plant’s overall objectives.
• Ensure all company and safety policies are adhered to by all team members.
• Responsible for daily manning and assignment of machines to achieve optimum objectives and schedule requirements.
• Monitor equipment performance by making sure machines are maintained properly, running at proper speeds, and producing quality products.
• Track and keep production records for shift.
• Develop corrective action or improvement plan to address any variance from budget.
• Demonstrate effective communication with other shift supervision and plant management in meeting plant objectives.
• Monitor product produced to ensure quality standards are met at all times.
• Monitor performance, minimize waste, and suggest improvements to plant management.
• Work efficiently and effectively in addressing any issues.
• Support other department and plant programs to achieve overall plant objectives.
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management, including food safety.

Requirements

The position requires an individual who can make accurate and timely decisions regarding safety, product quality, production, and waste. Needs keen eyesight (no colorblindness) to spot errors. Will be responsible for identifying waste as it occurs and implementing corrective action. Mechanical aptitude essential to understanding process and doing routine troubleshooting and problem solving. Should have solid communication and supervisory skills because position interacts with all shift employees and is responsible for their progress.

Qualifications

High school degree is required. Experience in a lean manufacturing environment is a plus. Experience in a supervisory role is a plus.

Skills

Must have general math, organizational management, and record-keeping skills in order to maintain production records. Should be proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Pay and Schedule

Compensation is $70k-$80k with full benefits and 401k match. The available shift is 7pm-7am, 2-2-3 schedule.