2nd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor - Packaging

Quad/Graphics; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid relocation assistance

Job summary

Quad is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor for the second shift at our Spartanburg packaging facility. You will oversee daily operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity while guiding a team of production staff and coordinating with maintenance.

The role requires experience in printing/packaging, die-cutting, sheetfed press, and folder/gluer operations, with a focus on continuous improvement and Lean practices. Paid relocation is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the printing or packaging industry is required.
• Experience with die-cutting, sheetfed press, and folder/gluer operations is required.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production workflows.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules and customer commitments are met.
• Supervise, coach, train, and develop production employees in a collaborative team environment.
• Monitor production processes to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are consistently achieved.
• Promote and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Identify production issues and implement timely solutions to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Manage labor, equipment, and material resources to optimize productivity.
• Track production performance and maintain accurate manufacturing, quality, and safety records.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Partner with maintenance and other departments to support efficient plant operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Printing/Packaging

Die-cutting

Sheetfed press

Folder/gluer operations

Lean Manufacturing

Safety regulations

Leadership

Communication

Job description

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Manufacturing Supervisor (2nd Shift) - Packaging

Location: Spartanburg, SC

Shift: 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Monday–Friday

Relocation Assistance: Paid relocation is available for qualified candidates.

Lead the Team Behind Products People See Every Day

Every day, millions of people see the products we produce—from retail packaging and folding cartons to labels, catalogs, magazines, direct mail, and other printed products. At Quad, you'll work with advanced technology, lead a talented manufacturing team, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.

Our 82,000-square-foot Spartanburg, SC facility is a state-of-the-art packaging plant serving a diverse range of industries, including medical, pharmaceutical, and nationally recognized consumer brands. Our capabilities include sheetfed offset printing, narrow‑web flexographic printing, die cutting, and custom folder/​gluer operations, all supported by advanced inline quality control systems.

Position Summary

Quad is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead our second‑shift production team at our Spartanburg packaging facility.

In this role, you will oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are achieved while maintaining the highest standards for safety, quality, and productivity. You'll provide leadership, coaching, and support to production employees while partnering with maintenance and other departments to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules and customer commitments are met.
• Supervise, coach, train, and develop production employees in a collaborative team environment.
• Monitor production processes to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are consistently achieved.
• Promote and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Identify production issues and implement timely solutions to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Manage labor, equipment, and material resources to optimize productivity.
• Track production performance and maintain accurate manufacturing, quality, and safety records.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Partner with maintenance and other departments to support efficient plant operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Three or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Previous experience in the printing or packaging industry is required.
• Experience with die‑cutting, sheetfed press, and folder/​gluer operations is required.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production workflows.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations and quality management practices.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management abilities.
• Proven problem‑solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• A close attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to adapt to changing production priorities.
• Willingness to work overtime as business needs require.

Why Quad?

At Quad, you'll do more than supervise production—you’ll help lead a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement. We invest in our leaders by providing opportunities to grow professionally, work with advanced manufacturing technology, and build long‑term careers with an industry leader.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for paid relocation assistance, making it easier to join our Spartanburg team from outside the area.

Compensation is based on experience, skills, qualifications, shift, location, and other job‑related factors.

Lead a High‑Performing Team. Build Your Career at Quad.

If you’re an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and delivering exceptional results, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and see where a leadership career at Quad can take you.

We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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