2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Avery Dennison; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Avery Dennison is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor at our La Vergne, TN facility. You will directly supervise Service Bureau teams, manage equipment uptime, and oversee inventory accuracy to meet production goals.

You will drive safety, quality, and efficiency while coaching staff and enforcing SOPs to sustain a collaborative, high-performing work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in production/printing with 3+ years supervisory experience.
• ERP proficiency and intermediate MS Office skills required.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities essential.
• Knowledge of safety SOPs and quality control in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise Service Bureau associates and leads during the 2nd shift.
• Oversee equipment functionality, maintenance, and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Manage material inventory and ERP records; coordinate cycle counts and discrepancies.
• Coordinate daily production schedules across departments for quality and timeliness.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and promote continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

ERP software

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Benefits

• Inclusive Healthcare: Access to our large network of medical and behavioral health professionals.
• Retirement Savings: Avery Dennison supports your retirement readiness financially through company contributions to the 401(k) Plan. You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.
• Life Insurance: Provides twice your base annual salary up to a $50,000 maximum at no cost to you.
• Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.

Job Description

As the 2nd Shift Production Supervisor, you will directly supervise operations teams in attaining production, safety, quality, service, productivity, cost reduction, and other department goals. You will supervise the activities of associates in the Service Bureau production department, oversee equipment functionality and maintenance, and manage accurate inventory of materials to ensure production needs are met. You will provide coaching and feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and maintain quality control processes to ensure products meet standards while promoting a safe and collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

This position is located on-site at our La Vergne, TN facility.

• Direct and supervise Service Bureau associates and Lead(s) during the 2nd shift, including recruiting, training, developing team members, assigning workloads, and conducting performance reviews.
• Oversee all Service Bureau equipment functionality, upkeep, preventative maintenance, and repairs to minimize downtime and ensure smooth production workflows.
• Manage material inventory and warehouse workflow records in the ERP system, maintaining accurate entries, coordinating cycle counts, and resolving discrepancies.
• Coordinate daily production schedules and workflows across departments, ensuring high quality in printing, laminating, and shipping while double-checking shipments for accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area by enforcing company safety policies, championing continuous improvement initiatives, and implementing procedural enhancements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in business or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in the production/printing industry and at least 3 years of previous supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ERP software systems along with intermediate PC skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to lead, coach, and resolve conflicts within a team environment.
• Solid working knowledge of safety procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality control standards, and continuous improvement processes in manufacturing.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Pre-employment Screening Notice

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.