2nd Shift Supervisor

UFP Industries; Blue Island (IL); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company co

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (basic and voluntary)

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee’s

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Descripción de la vacante

UFP Industries is seeking a Production Department Supervisor to oversee the operation of multiple production departments and shifts at our Illinois facility. You will train and develop staff, manage costs and department profitability, and drive safety and continuous improvement initiatives across the team.

Responsibilities include coaching employees, resolving production issues, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with UFP policies and safety standards.

Formación

• Post high school education is required.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience with 1–3 years in people management.
• Ability to set up and manage agendas with clear time frames and visual aids.
• Strong communication skills to engage employees and leaders.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee production operations of multiple departments and shifts.
• Motivate and manage a group of employees for max productivity.
• Identify, research, and resolve problems and opportunities.
• Coach and counsel staff and ensure safety compliance.
• Monitor department costs, profitability, and inventory.
• Lead continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Prepare reports and maintain records; participate in safety committees.
• Operate or supervise forklift movement as needed.

Conocimientos

People management

Communication

Safety awareness

Continuous improvement

Training

Forklift operation

Time management

Problem solving

Maintenance liaison

Educación

Post high school education

Herramientas

Inside UFPI

Citrix

JDA

JSA

Descripción del empleo

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

Pay Range: $23-$28/hr plus shift differential.

Benefits currently offered to our employees

• Medical insurance


• Health savings account with company contribution


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• Basic and voluntary life insurance


• Disability insurance


• 401(k) plan with company match


• Paid vacation and holidays


• Stock purchase program with employee discount


• Educational reimbursement


• Wellness programs and challenges

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.