Converting Supervisor

Great Northern Corp; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local paper-based packaging manufacturer is seeking a Team Lead in Appleton to manage operations and ensure safety and efficiency on the production floor. Candidates should possess a minimum of an Associate's degree and relevant experience, excelling in data analysis and team communication. The role includes shift work and offers competitive compensation, including benefits such as a 401k with profit sharing and a referral program.

Benefits

401k with profit sharing

11 Paid Holidays

Paid vacation

Generous referral program (up to $1,000)

Medical Insurance with HSA

Dental and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

On-site Clinic and Nurse Practitioner

Steel Toed Shoe Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate's degree or 3-5 years’ experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with ERP software and HRMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safe and friendly environment.
• Schedule Team Members and ensure efficiency.
• Facilitate communication meetings regarding safety.

Skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Team communication

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

HRMS

Kiwi

Dayforce

Job description

Great Northern Appleton, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM

About Great Northern:

Founded in 1962, Great Northern is a local, privately-owned paper-based packaging manufacturer known for its secure, stable, and rewarding careers. We foster a collaborative, safe, clean, and enjoyable workplace where team members support and uplift each other.

Our team produces sustainable, eco-friendly products that reach national brands, influencing people’s daily lives.

At Great Northern, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our team members, customers, and the communities we serve.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Associate’s degree or 3-5 years’ experience

Proficient with computers, ability to create, process and analyze data in Microsoft Word and Excel

Previous Experience working in ERP software, and HRMS

Ability to work Rotating Shifts

High level of problem solving skills

Responsibilities:

• Champion a safe and friendly environment for all Team Members
• Participate in continuous improvement and effectively communicate opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness for this position.
• Schedule Team Members and orders to proper machines to ensure efficiency
• Recognize good performance and acknowledge Team Members.
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed, and use corrective action when necessary in regard to Safety, work rules, attendance and other violations.
• Participate and facilitate communication meetings with Team Members pertaining to safety, toolbox discussions, daily production walks, preventative maintenance meetings and monthly Crew Leader meetings.
• Communicate between departments on customer orders.
• Ensure production floor feedback is accurately recorded in Kiwi system.
• Write up, and/or approve maintenance work orders.
• Respond, record, and investigate accidents and administer first aid.
• Supply tooling and resources to Team Members and machines.
• Provides direction and leadership to Team Members in all departments as needed.
• Additional Tasks as required

Compensation:

Salary is negotiable based on education and experience.

Schedule:

3 shift rotation: 3rd(10:30p-6:30a), 2nd (2:30p-10:30p) 1st (6:30am-2:30pm), some weekend hours required

• 401k with profit sharing
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation
• Generous referral program (up to $1,000)
• Medical Insurance with HSA
• Dental and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• On-site Clinic and Nurse Practitioner and Physical Therapist, free of charge for team members and their family
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Steel Toed Shoe Reimbursement
• Opportunities for team member advancement and compensation level

Preferred Experience:

Lean 6 Sigma Training/ Implementation

Previously worked in Dayforce and Kiwi

To be successful your teammates will depend on you to have pride in your work, be on time, work safely, work effectively with others, be optimistic, take ownership of your responsibilities, and look for continuous improvement opportunities.

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any Team Member or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Great Northern Appleton, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States of America