Associate Supervisor - 2nd Shift

greif; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif, a global manufacturing leader, seeks a Production Supervisor in Alsip, IL to lead teams in setting up, operating, and maintaining packaging production equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with 3 shifts and potential future supervisory opportunities.

You will guide materials flow, train staff, monitor metrics, and ensure adherence to policies and schedules, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and cost control.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• Manages and guides production teams in setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Promotes safety, policy compliance, and a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the activities of production workers under the direction of the Plant Manager.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory policies. Promote a safe working environment.
• Monitor production quality and ensure adherence to quality control standards.
• Adhere to and prioritize production schedules and ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist in training new production workers on processes, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with inventory control to ensure raw materials and supplies are available for production.
• May collaborate with maintenance staff to ensure machinery and equipment are maintained.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Provide regular updates to management on production metrics and issues.
• May operate machinery or work production line positions as needed to cover absences.
• Act as the point of contact for colleagues in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Collaborate with other departments and senior management for operational efficiency.
• Assist in implementing and managing strategic projects or initiatives that impact the shift or department.
• Review and analyze performance metrics, report on operational effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in advanced training to prepare for a potential supervisory role.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling

Strategic planning

Mentoring

Team development

MS Office

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

OUR PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for life's essentials.

Job Description Summary

Leads teams of colleagues in performing activities associated with setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) equipment. May assist supervisor in overseeing colleague performance and scheduling. Helps to ensure that policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed. Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5 or more years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities - 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM M-F

• Oversee and coordinate the activities of production workers under the direction of the Plant Manager.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory policies. Promote a safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with all Greif policies and expectations.
• Monitor production quality and ensure adherence to quality control standards.
• Adhere to and prioritize production schedules and ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist in training new production workers on processes, equipment operation, and safety protocols. Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance team skills and knowledge.
• Coordinate with inventory control to ensure raw materials and supplies are available for production. Monitor inventory levels and make recommendations for orders as needed.
• May collaborate with maintenance staff to ensure machinery and equipment are maintained and in good working condition.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Provide regular updates to management on production metrics and issues. May maintain production records, prepare reports, and analyze data to measure productivity and efficiency.
• May operate machinery or work production line positions as needed to cover absences.
• Act as the point of contact for colleagues in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Escalate issues of Safety, policy, quality or behavioral compliance concerns to the Plant Manager.
• Collaborate with other departments and senior management for operational efficiency.
• Assist in implementing and managing strategic projects or initiatives that impact the shift or department.
• Review and analyze performance metrics, report on operational effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct pre-shift and or other meetings as required.
• Participate in advanced training to prepare for a potential supervisory role.

Education and Experience

• -5 years' experience in a leadership role, in a manufacturing setting.

Knowledge and Skills

• Problem solving, conflict resolution, and analytical abilities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on mentoring and developing team members.
• Experience with administrative tasks such as scheduling, reporting, and strategic planning.
• Microsoft office and computer proficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to read, understand and maintain records as required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Thorough understanding of the production process.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Ability to teach, coach, and develop others.

Actively engage in training programs and mentorship designed to prepare for a potential future supervisory role, learning about higher level management tasks and responsibilities, including but not limited to the following:

• People Management and Policy Compliance
• Health, Safety, and Compliance
• Greif Policy Compliance
• Essential Supervisory Skills
• Employee Development and Performance Management
• Building Team Effectiveness
• Interviewing and Onboarding
• Analytical and Operational Activities
• Root Cause Analysis
• Production Scheduling and Planning
• Cost Analysis
• Resource Utilization
• Quality Control and Assurance
• Safety Performance Analysis
• Training Needs Assessment
• Process Improvement
• Inventory Management
• Production Capacity Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing

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Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is $29.38 - $50.00 annually. Typically,