Posting Title PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR, STERLING, MA (12-hour rotating shift)

Berry Global Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Berry Global Inc. is seeking a talented production supervisor in Sterling, MA, to lead a 12-hour rotating shift. Responsibilities include motivating a team, ensuring production efficiency, and maintaining safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and relevant supervisory experience in the blown film industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a production supervisory role, ideally in blown film.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a production team to meet efficiency goals.
• Monitor production activities to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Train and mentor employees while addressing operational issues.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

JDE

Teams

Job description

Overview

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people, and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine, and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives, and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an ever-changing world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities, and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com | LinkedIn | YouTube

Responsibilities

Do you have great communication skills, enjoy working with people, and enjoy a challenge? Our Sterling, MA location is currently seeking a talented production supervisor for our 12-hour rotating 8pm-8am shift.

Summary:

Reports to our Production Manager. Our Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and motivating the production team to exceed goals. Monitors day-to-day production activities to ensure production efficiency goals are being met, safety protocols are being followed, and quality product is being produced. Directly supervises 18-25 hourly employees. Plans and controls production performance as measured against operating KPIs developed according to machine and manpower capabilities along with projected business. Ensures compliance to established customer quality and production standards. Actively leads and participates in plant safety, housekeeping, 5S, and lean manufacturing programs by ensuring goals are met within the department. Ensures completion of all required paperwork, schedules, work orders, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to and execute all company regulations, policies, and programs according to Berry, local, state, and federal requirements, including Environmental Health & Safety, Quality, and Human Resources.
• Address mechanical, operational, and technical downtime issues within the department.
• Train, motivate, and mentor employees.
• Supervise employees in day-to-day operations to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.
• Maintain and improve production throughput and work with the Production Manager to control direct labor costs.
• Implement, understand, and follow company policies, quality procedures, and good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
• Support on-the-job assignments and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree is preferred or equivalent work-related experience.
• Experience in the Blown Film Industry is a plus.
• Minimum of 3+ years in a production supervisory role, with a strong background in blown film preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to assess situations quickly.
• Effective communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to convey ideas clearly and ensure understanding.
• Maintain composure under pressure and demonstrate empathy.
• Adaptability to changing circumstances.
• Self-confidence to inspire trust.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, JDE, Teams.
• Flexibility to work any shift as needed.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methods is a plus.

Additional Info

Contact

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Amcor is committed to equal opportunity employment. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 224-313-700.

About Amcor: Amcor is a global leader in packaging solutions for consumer and healthcare products, dedicated to safety, innovation, and sustainability, with approximately 70,000 colleagues across 140 countries. Our purpose is to elevate customers, shape lives, and protect the future.