Operations Supervisor - 2nd shift

CHEP USA; United States; On-site; USD 61,680 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Childcare assistance

Profit sharing

Job summary

CHEP USA is seeking a motivated Plant Operations Supervisor for our Orlando, FL facility. This second‑shift role (2:30PM–11:30PM) focuses on safe, efficient plant operations and leading a production team.

You will mentor staff, drive safety initiatives, coordinate maintenance, and implement continuous improvement to optimize costs and yield. The position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration with HR and Plant Management.

Qualifications

• Prior plant supervisory experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership by mentoring, coaching, and guiding employees; address employee relations issues and foster a positive work environment.
• Lead and enhance safety performance on shift, promote a proactive safety culture through training, accident prevention, and rehabilitation programs, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Manage shift maintenance activities, resolve equipment breakdowns in coordination with the maintenance team, and keep plant operations uninterrupted.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives on shift, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Monitor and manage the plant’s operational costs and yield, working closely with the Plant Manager to optimize performance and contribute to overall plant objectives.
• Address performance and attendance matters in collaboration with HR, ensuring that all plant staff meet operational expectations.
• Ensure full compliance with CHEP procedures and work instructions, completing tasks accurately in line with company standards.

Skills

Leadership

People-management

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean thinking

Safety program management

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Overview

CHEP is looking for a motivated Plant Operations Supervisor to join our team in Orlando, FL.This second‑shift role runs from 2:30PM to 11:30PM and focuses on ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on leadership by mentoring, coaching, and guiding employees; address employee relations issues and foster a positive work environment.
• Lead and enhance safety performance on shift, promote a proactive safety culture through training, accident prevention, and rehabilitation programs, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Manage shift maintenance activities, resolve equipment breakdowns in coordination with the maintenance team, and keep plant operations uninterrupted.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives on shift, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Monitor and manage the plant’s operational costs and yield, working closely with the Plant Manager to optimize performance and contribute to overall plant objectives.
• Address performance and attendance matters in collaboration with HR, ensuring that all plant staff meet operational expectations.
• Ensure full compliance with CHEP procedures and work instructions, completing tasks accurately in line with company standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Supervise the work of all production employees and oversee production and shipping schedules based on raw and finished goods availability.
• Support plant administration to ensure compliance with established policies.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager on cost and yield performance and overall P&L responsibility of the plant.
• Support cost control initiatives and process control within the plant.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including OSHA, DOL, DOJ, EPA, and FD.
• Drive safety improvements (Zero Harm) across the plant.
• Ensure consistent execution of all SOPs throughout the plant in accordance with the PMS.

Experience & Qualifications

• Prior plant supervisory experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with private fleet management/transportation is helpful.
• Strong customer focus and people‑management capability with a non‑exempt production workforce.
• Demonstrated success in delivering strong employee relations.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Experience managing safety performance and programs.
• Understanding of supply‑chain practices, metrics, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with Lean Thinking concepts and practices.

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to build effective teams.
• Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Coaching and conflict‑management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Project‑management skills.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to delegate effectively.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay (salary range $61,680 to $84,000) with a second‑shift differential.
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%.
• Company‑paid vision, short‑term disability, and life insurance.
• Company‑provided PPE and safety equipment.
• Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and other benefits.

Compensation Statement: The salary range for this position is $61,680 to $84,000. Salary ranges provided take into account a wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic differentials and other business and organizational needs. Actual amounts offered may be higher or lower than the range provided.

Remote Type: Not Remote.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CHEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing their potential. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.