Production Supervisor

Golden-West-Packaging-Group; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Job summary

Golden West Packaging Group is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the corrugated production floor, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will oversee the BHS Corrugator, ensure adherence to specifications, and drive continuous improvements with cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires strong leadership, Lean/Six Sigma mindset, and the ability to train operators while achieving KPI targets in a fast-paced, high-volume plant.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of supervising manufacturing operations with a large employee base, in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
• Lean mentality, a focus on quality, and a track record of continuous safety, quality, and process improvements.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop high-performing production teams.
• Strong aptitude in diagnosing and taking corrective action to drive machine efficiency and production processes.
• Highly organized, self-starter with excellent cross-functional collaboration across departments.
• Ability to drive operational performance through data-driven decisions and KPIs.
• Bachelor of Science preferred; equivalent corrugated machine operation and people leadership experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production facility employees and operations of the BHS Corrugator, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Communicate product specifications and production goals clearly; maintain safe, efficient, high-quality operations.
• Identify efficiency opportunities and implement corrective actions; troubleshoot critical issues and downtime.
• Perform root cause analyses with cross-functional teams to implement lasting improvements.
• Lead training programs across corrugated stations and operating standards.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data-driven decision making

Communication

People management

Education

Bachelor of Science preferred

Job description

Who is Golden West Packaging Group (GWPG) ?We are a leading West Coast mill-independent specialty packaging and printing business. We are the people behind the innovative packaging solutions that make it possible for our customers’ products to reach our community – at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between.With 13 manufacturing facilities primarily in California and Washington state, our extensive production capabilities include structural and graphic design, value-added converting, flexographic printing, and lithographic lamination. Our advanced, environmentally sustainable packaging solutions serve a wide range of well-known customer brands across multiple industries including agriculture, food services, medical device, food products, wineries, high tech, pharma, cosmetics and many more!Why is Golden West Packaging Group THE place to work?We are a well-established, growing company in a stable industry that is re-imagining itself to be a place where everyone knows everyone, where you can make a difference, and where you can learn and grow professionally.We are focused on safety and building an employee-centric work environment where team members can experience camaraderie, relevance, and career advancement.As the packaging and logistics sector continues to grow, we’re growing with it and creating new opportunities. Come make your mark at a company that strives to celebrates your individuality, skills, and talents.At Golden West Packaging Group, you’ll feel the difference and make a differenceThe Role You’ll PlayThe primary responsibility of the Production Supervisor is to lead the production facility employees and operations of the following equipment: BHS Corrugator. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, communication is properly flowing through machine centers, efficiency opportunities are identified and executed, scheduled operational demands are met, and any critical issues are both relayed and troubleshooted.What You’ll DoSafety - Leads, promotes, and practices safety awareness and proper use equipment all employees associated with the assigned corrugator. Ensures employees wear protective equipment and training is completed prior to job assignments. Actively identifies, reports, and eliminates hazards.People – Directs employment decision of shifts, including hiring, re-assignment, promotion, discipline, and termination of employees.Culture – Creates and sustains a culture of relentless pursuit of continuous improvement and business excellence. Resolves and prevents disputes that arise among employees on the production floor.Communication - Ensures product specifications and production goals are clearly communicated and the team is prepared to carry out safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.Quality - Executes quality inspections, identify nonconformance issues and works closely with cross functional teams to conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.Training – Leads training programs across assigned corrugated stations, including equipment, and operating standards.What You’ll GetA friendly, team-based, supportive work environmentCompetitive total compensation packageComprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and 401K plan with employer contributionEmployee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning and support services10 paid holidays per yearPaid time offGolden Star Award recognition programProgressive employee referral programProfessional development and career growth opportunitiesIf this sounds like you and if you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, we invite you to apply today!California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is an Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000 annually. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.What You’ll NeedStrong working knowledge of supervising manufacturing operations with a large employee base, in a fast-paced, high volume custom fabrication or relevant industrial manufacturing environment.Lean mentality, a focus on quality, and a proven track record of identifying and contributing to the implementation of continuous safety, quality, and process improvements. Experience with Six Sigma is a plus.Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to build, mentor, and develop cohesive, high-performing production teams, aided by strong written/verbal communication skills.Strong aptitude in diagnosing and taking corrective action to drive machine efficiency and production processes.Highly organized, self-starter with an ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with teams and management across multiple departments.Ability to drive operational performance through data driven decision making and KPI’s.Ability and flexibility to think, react, and adapt quickly to changing demands, challenges, and requirementsBachelor of Science preferred.Equivalent work experience in corrugated machine operation and people leadership skills will also be considered.Knowledge of industry and corrugated equipment typically acquired through 5+ years of hands-on machine processing experience with the ability to lead people, quickly learn new systems, processes, and concepts easilyGolden West Packaging Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceWork Location: In person