Production Plant Supervisor

Veritiv Corp; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Professional development programs

401k and paid time off

Job summary

Veritiv Corp is seeking a Plant Supervisor in Union City, California, responsible for overseeing daily operations within the manufacturing plant to ensure optimal production efficiency, safety, and quality. The role includes coordinating manufacturing activities, supervising production teams, and driving process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of supervisory experience and the ability to manage multiple projects. Benefits include healthcare, professional development, and an inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory/management experience required.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changes.
• Experience in motivating and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations for quality and efficiency.
• Train and supervise production staff in compliance and safety.
• Analyze production reports to troubleshoot and reduce costs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Ability to manage multiple projects

Adaptability to sudden changes

Efficiency in work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Purpose

Our Plant Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing daily operations within the manufacturing plant to ensure optimal production efficiency, safety, and quality. This role involves coordinating manufacturing activities of corrugated carters and inner packaging, supervising production teams, enforcing safety protocols, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production output, quality standards, and efficiency targets are consistently met, coordinating with team members and departments as needed.
• Monitor and inspect machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance, reporting maintenance needs and recommending improvements to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate production staff, ensuring proper operation of equipment, adherence to safety standards, and compliance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory of materials such as sheets, inks, and other supplies, while ensuring timely data entry, tracking, and retrieval of production information.
• Inspect work in progress and finished goods for quality compliance, interpret job specifications, and adjust workflows to resolve issues or improve results.
• Identify and implement process improvements, recommending changes in methods, equipment, or work conditions to boost plant efficiency and product quality.
• Handle shift transition communication to ensure seamless operations and prepare performance evaluations while addressing any disciplinary issues or performance concerns.
• Analyze production reports and operational data to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, reduce costs, and prevent delays in workflow or delivery.

Qualifications

• May work day, evening, night, or rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Pay Range: 73k - 85k - 92k.
• 3-5 years of related experience of successful supervisory/management experience required to motivate and develop direct reports, as well as size up new talent.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• High School Diploma/GED preferred.

Working Conditions

• Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50-75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
• Walking/Standing – walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
• Sitting – sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.
• Lifting – lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Stooping – performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
• Kneeling – kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

Benefits

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.