Manufacturing Supervisor

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee production activities, manage scheduling, and coordinate with engineering, logistics, and sales to optimize resources. The role emphasizes leadership, efficiency, and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The candidate will direct a team, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to SQF and safety procedures while maintaining production targets during 12-hour night shifts and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• BA degree or related work experience required.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs production activities to meet specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards.
• Liaises with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply & Logistics, Sales, etc. as input to developing production schedules and allocating labor/capital resources.
• Planning, prioritizing, and managing production line maintenance/downtime to minimize disruptions.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Influence skills

Self-starter

Negotiation skills

Organization skills

Results oriented

Business acumen

Curiosity

Education

BA degree

Job description

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

JOB SUMMARY:

Manufacturing Supervisor assists with managing various production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.) including:

• Planning, directing, and monitoring production to meet established specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards
• Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply & Logistics, Sales, etc. as input to developing production schedules and allocating labor/capital resources
• Planning, prioritizing, and managing production line maintenance/downtime to minimize disruptions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individuals in these roles primarily focus on directing, leveraging, and guiding the work of others, and mobilizing resources.
• Leaders typically manage two or more direct reports.
• Responsible for the monitoring and achievement of operational and/or financial results for their area of responsibility.
• Responsible for people management actions such as hiring, terminating, rewarding, training, and developing employees.
• Progression within the levels reflects increase in scope and responsibilities as well as growth in business and industry experience, process and people leadership capabilities, and broad technical expertise.
• Supervises entry-level or semi-skilled hourly employees such as production, craft, and clerical workers.
• Coordinates resources and sets daily priorities for the team to ensure task completion and operational objectives are met.
• Works on issues of limited scope.
• Requires understanding and application of established procedures and full knowledge of own area of functional responsibility.
• Monitors daily operations of a unit or sub-unit.
• Uses judgment to identify, troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems.
• Applies operational business practices and coordinates with other closely related areas to improve efficiency.
• Directs operations of department.
• Assignments are largely established in accordance with schedules and deliverables; work is reviewed for accuracy and completeness.
• Decisions directly impact work unit operations.
• Interacts daily with subordinates or peers within similar or related functions primarily for the purpose of presenting and exchanging information.

Schedule

• 2/2/3 Operation Schedule
• 12 Hour Night shifts from 6pm-6am
• Must be available to work rotating weekend shifts

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities:

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation

Education & Experience:

BA degree or related work experience required in lieu of degree.

Disclaimer

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Curiosity
• Interpersonal Skills
• Influence Skills
• Self-Starter
• Negotiation Skills
• Organization Skills
• Results Oriented

Pay Range

$68,900 - $91,800

Pay Range: 68,900 - 91,800

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].