1st Shift Production Supervisor

UFP Industries, Inc; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. seeks a Production Department Supervisor to oversee multiple production departments and shifts, driving cost, profit and production goals while developing staff. You will train and develop employees, implement methods, and coordinate with management to reach department targets.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and adherence to safety standards. You will participate in continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years manufacturing experience; 1–3 years people management.
• Strong communication and ability to engage listeners.
• Proficiency with Inside UFPI and UFPI policies.
• Familiarity with Citrix, email etiquette, and timelines.
• Knowledge of CI, 5S, TPM and quality programs.
• Detail-oriented with ability to audit production data.
• Organized for flexible work periods.
• Effective daily communication and accountability.
• Forklift Driver licensing completed.
• Commitment to safety and JDA/JSA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manages production operation of multiple departments and shifts.
• Leads a team, motivates for max productivity.
• Identifies and resolves problems and opportunities.
• Evaluates performance and programs.
• Coaches and counsels employees.
• Ensures adherence to policies and applicable law.
• Communicates with employees and management as required.
• Manages department cost and profitability.
• Manages department inventory.
• Leads continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Prepares reports and maintains records.
• Participates in Safety Committee and safety standards.
• Drives forklift to move material when needed.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Addresses hazardous materials handling if in Treating Department.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

CI principles

Forklift license

Operations management

Problem solving

Team coaching

Quality awareness

Education

Post high school education

Tools

JDA/JSA procedures

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Department Supervisor is responsible for the overall operation of its department consistent with cost, profit and production goals. It is responsible for the training and development of its employees. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals some creativity and latitude is expected works under the supervision of a manager Develops methods and assists in its implementation to achieve plans and goals of the department.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the production operation of multiple departments multiple shifts.
• Manages the activity of a group of employees and motivates for maximum productivity.
• Identifies, researches, and resolves various problems and opportunities.
• Evaluates performance of individuals and various programs.
• Coaches and counsels' employees.
• Manages activities consistent with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable law.
• Communicates to employees and other management members as required.
• Manages cost and profitability of the department.
• Manages department inventory
• Leads employees in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Prepares reports and maintains records as required.
• Participates in Safety Committee and ensures that department is in compliance with established safety standards.
• Performs other duties as required.
• If assigned to Treating Department, performs duties consistent with hazardous material handling procedures and practices.
• May drive a forklift to assist moving material to and from the production area
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Post high school education is required
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing 1 to 3 years of experience managing people.
• Demonstrated ability to set up and manage agendas, ensuring clear understanding of time frames and effective use of visual aids.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly and precisely, engage listeners, and ask pertinent questions.
• Proficiency in operating Inside UFPI, with a thorough understanding of available resources, specific UFP policy training, and main page navigation.
• Skilled in searching topics, using Citrix, and maintaining email etiquette, with a strong grasp of timelines and deadlines.
• Expertise in the Precise Plant Quality Program, including knowledge of quality requirements communication, quality training, and troubleshooting quality issues.
• Attention to detail in identifying important production details, reporting and checking for accuracy, and implementing double-check systems.
• Ability to maintain a routine for day-to-day work while being organized for flexible periods.
• Effective daily communication with employees, holding them accountable, and utilizing various communication methods to convey production expectations.
• Commitment to safety, understanding and adhering to the UFP principle that safety is priority one, and working with safety leaders on JDA's and JSA's.
• Proper training in conducting machine audits, understanding the importance of LOTO, and implementing safety improvements.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement (CI) principles, including 5S and TPM, and the ability to communicate the importance of each program before implementation.
• Technical knowledge of machinery and equipment, including proper training, understanding machine purposes, documenting training, and developing relationships with maintenance staff.
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and standard work instructions.
• Ability to provide daily feedback and communication, identify potential advancement based on performance, and conduct employee reviews.
• Understanding the importance of training employees, communicating effectively during training, and emphasizing safety and safeguards.
• Self-awareness to reflect on situations and identify areas for improvement.
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.