2nd Shift Assistant Supervisor

UFP Industries; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking an Assistant Department Supervisor for the Mill department in Salisbury, NC. You will oversee daily production, coach a team, manage costs, and ensure safety and quality in line with company goals.

You will develop staff, monitor performance, implement continuous improvement, and maintain records. The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, 1–3 years in people leadership, and strong communication skills. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Post high school education is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing; 1–3 years in people management.
• Ability to set up and manage agendas with clear time frames and visual aids.
• Strong communication skills and training ability.
• Expertise in CI, 5S and TPM; knowledge of quality programs and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manages the production operation of the Mill department.
• Manages a group of employees and motivates for maximum productivity.
• Identifies, researches, and resolves issues and opportunities.
• Evaluates performance and conducts employee reviews.
• Coaches and counsels employees.
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and law.
• Communicates with employees and management as required.
• Manages department cost, profitability, and inventory.
• Leads continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Prepares reports and maintains records.
• Ensures safety standards are followed.
• May drive a forklift to assist with material movement.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Employee development

Inside UFPI systems

CI principles

Machinery knowledge

Attention to detail

Daily communication

Education

Post high school education

Tools

Citrix

JDA

JSA safety procedures

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant 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 the Mill department.
• 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.
• Ensures that department is in compliance with established safety standards.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May drive a forklift to assist moving material to and from the production area.

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.