CNV Shift Supervisor

Sofidel S.p.A.; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Paid company holidays

Professional training and development

Safe, team-oriented environment

Job summary

Sofidel America, a leading tissue manufacturer, seeks a Converting Shift Supervisor to oversee daily converting operations and lead a high-performing team toward production and quality objectives. The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and employee development in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has technical education or equivalent experience, plus 2+ years managing a production team and strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in a technical field preferred.
• 3–5 years of related experience or training required.
• 2+ years leading a production team in manufacturing.
• Strong electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise converting department staff, set up orders, and organize work areas.
• Guide and train workers; handle promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
• Lead safety briefings, assess injuries, and coordinate with Safety Manager.
• Collaborate with Quality team on immediate concerns and improvements.
• Monitor machine run speeds and changeover notifications; liaise with maintenance.
• Review production data and ensure requirements are met; maintain clean, safe area.
• Assist with operations to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

Production leadership

Industrial operations

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Lift certification

Education

Technical degree (Associate/Bachelor)

Job description

The Sofidel Group

Sofidel, headquartered in Porcari (Lucca), is a global leader in tissue paper production. With operations in 12 European countries and 12 U.S. States, we employ over 9,500 people dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Our products—such as toilet paper, paper towels, and napkins—are distributed in more than 50 countries.

Position Overview

Sofidel America, part of the Sofidel Group, is a leading global manufacturer of tissue paper products committed to sustainability, innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

We are currently seeking a Converting Shift Supervisor to join our manufacturing team. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily converting operations, ensuring a safe and productive work environment, and leading a high-performing team to achieve production, quality, and operational goals. The ideal candidate is a motivated leader who is committed to continuous improvement, employee development, and operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• The Shift Supervisor will assume responsibility for a designated group of employees, providing support, direction, and enforcing work standards. This individual will supervise the converting department's activities, including setting up materials for work orders, assigning production orders to production lines, and organizing converting areas to maintain production, all while adhering to existing policies and precedence.
• Provide guidance to converting department workers to aid in the investigation and resolution of issues. Evaluate the performance of employees and offer guidance and training. Start personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, terminations, and disciplinary actions. Determine current and future personnel levels, as well as new employee training, to provide a safe working environment.
• Examine production area prior to beginning of shift and conduct meetings prior to shift to review safety procedures and production orders.
• Collaborate with the Safety Manager to implement action plans for all injuries and safety-related concerns that occur during shifts and complete all incident/injury reports.
• Consult and communicate with the Quality team about any immediate quality concerns, and follow up as necessary.
• Evaluate machine run speeds and monitor changeover notifications, notifying the maintenance team as needed.
• Examine data from the PC Touch to ensure that all production requirements are met.
• Perform or assist with any operations as needed to maintain workflow, fulfill deadlines, and meet quality standards. Notify management of any odd equipment or operating issues, as well as the need for additional materials and supplies.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines and keeping the work area clean and orderly.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the manager.

Job Requirements

• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, and/or three (3) to five (5) years of related experience or training is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience managing a production team within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and troubleshooting experience is preferred.
• Strong sense of job ownership/accountability with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have or obtain a lift certification.

Company Benefits

Why Join Sofidel America?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a competitive company match on 401(k)
• Paid company holidays
• Professional training and career development opportunities
• Safe, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to grow with one of the world's leading tissue manufacturers

What We Offer

• A full-time employment
• The chance to work in an international Group and a concrete opportunity for professional growth
• A dynamic environment based on teamwork
• Sofidel Language Learning Programme through innovative digital platform

Our Approach To Compensation

We are committed to offering a fair and transparent compensation approach.

This role sits within a salary range of €X–€Y , defined based on internal equity and external market benchmarks. The final offer will be tailored, reflecting the selected candidate’s experience, skills, and overall contribution to the role.