3rd Shift Manufacturing Shift Manager

Green Bay Packaging Inc.; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. is seeking a Shift Manager for the 3rd shift in the Corrugator Department. You will direct daily production, coach staff, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency targets are met.

Responsibilities include prioritizing work, coordinating materials, and communicating between teams and management, while supporting training and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication to represent employees and management.
• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or box plant setting.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the production team on the 3rd shift in the Corrugator Department.
• Ensure safety, quality, productivity and cost targets are met; coach employees as needed.
• Prioritize jobs, manage technician assignments and coordinate material movement.
• Act as communication conduit between employees and management.
• Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and housekeeping; support training efforts.
• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department or Production Manager

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

MS Office

KIWI

SAP

Job description

Position Overview

The Shift Manager (3rd Shift) in the Corrugator Department will be responsible for directing the daily operations of the production team and leading the teams in the various processes of the production of corrugated containers in a safe, cost-effective manner, and ensuring that product meets all customer and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that plant technicians work safely and follow all plant rules and policies
• Hold employees accountable for meeting quality and operating standards; provide coaching to employees when necessary
• Acts as a problem solver for plant technicians when needed
• Acts as the conduit for communication between employees and management
• Works with production planning department to prioritize jobs, workflow, and technician assignments
• Coordinates material movement required for daily work assignments
• Monitors the workflow and material levels within their assigned area and manage staffing needs each shift
• Support and communicate training efforts for employees
• Monitors and maintains housekeeping throughout the plant
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Manager or Production Manager

Qualifications

Candidates must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to drive change. They need to have effective communication skills to represent the needs of the employees and management. Additionally, previous experience leading people in a box plant, printing operation, converting operation or paper mill is preferred. Must be able to improve working conditions (safety, quality, productivity, cost) through a continuous improvement mindset.

Experience: 1-3 years of demonstrated leadership experience and 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required

Computer Skills: Experience with MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and other Windows based programs. Familiarity with business management programs (KIWI, SAP, etc.) a plus.

Certificates & Licenses: Must be willing and able to be First Aid / CPR certified

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, and company matching 401(k).

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.

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