Production Shift-Lead (Day Shift 6a-6p)

UFP Industries; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee %

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries seeks a Production Department Supervisor to oversee multiple shifts and departments, drive efficiency, and coach a team toward safety and productivity goals.

The role emphasizes adherence to policies, cost control, and continuous improvement with a strong safety focus in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Post high school education is required.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience and 1–3 years of people management.
• Ability to set up agendas with clear time frames and visual aids.
• Strong communication, speaking, listening and questioning skills.
• Proficiency with Inside UFPI and related training/navigation knowledge.
• Experience with Citrix and email etiquette; keen on timelines.
• Knowledge of CI, 5S, TPM and quality program practices.
• Attention to detail, reporting and double-check processes.
• Able to balance routine with flexible schedules.
• Effective daily communication and accountability for production expectations.
• Commitment to safety and working with JDA/JSA safety initiatives.
• Machine audits, LOTO, and safety improvement training.
• Understanding of CI principles and their implementation.
• Machinery knowledge and coordination with maintenance staff.
• Understanding preventive maintenance and standard work instructions.
• Daily feedback, performance-based advancement, and reviews.
• Training others effectively and emphasizing safety.
• Self-awareness and continuous improvement mindset.
• Forklift driver licensing.

Responsibilities

• Manages the production operation of multiple departments and shifts.
• Directs a group of employees toward maximum productivity.
• Identifies, researches, and resolves problems and opportunities.
• Evaluates performance of individuals and programs.
• Coaches and counsels employees.
• Ensures compliance with all UFP policies, procedures and laws.
• Communicates with employees and management as required.
• Manages department cost and profitability.
• Oversees department inventory.
• Leads continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Prepares reports and maintains records.
• Participates in Safety Committee and ensures safety standards.
• Performs other duties as required.
• If in Treating Department, follows hazardous material procedures.
• May drive a forklift to move material to/from production area.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Training & development

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Inside UFPI

Citrix

JDA

JSA

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Department Supervisor is responsible for the overall operation of its department consistent with cost, profit and production goals. It is responsible for the training and development of its employees. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals some creativity and latitude is expected works under the supervision of a manager Develops methods and assists in its implementation to achieve plans and goals of the department.

Schedule

*\ *Schedule: Employees are assigned to one of four rotating shift teams. A and B Shifts work 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, while C and D Shifts work 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The schedule includes rotating weekends and holidays.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the production operation of multiple departments multiple shifts.
• Manages the activity of a group of employees and motivates for maximum productivity.
• Identifies, researches, and resolves various problems and opportunities.
• Evaluates performance of individuals and various programs.
• Coaches and counsels’ employees.
• Manages activities consistent with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable law.
• Communicates to employees and other management members as required.
• Manages cost and profitability of the department.
• Manages department inventory
• Leads employees in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Prepares reports and maintains records as required.
• Participates in Safety Committee and ensures that department is in compliance with established safety standards.
• Performs other duties as required.
• If assigned to Treating Department, performs duties consistent with hazardous material handling procedures and practices.
• May drive a forklift to assist moving material to and from the production area
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Post high school education is required
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing 1 to 3 years of experience managing people.
• Demonstrated ability to set up and manage agendas, ensuring clear understanding of time frames and effective use of visual aids.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly and precisely, engage listeners, and ask pertinent questions.
• Proficiency in operating Inside UFPI, with a thorough understanding of available resources, specific UFP policy training, and main page navigation.
• Skilled in searching topics, using Citrix, and maintaining email etiquette, with a strong grasp of timelines and deadlines.
• Expertise in the Precise Plant Quality Program, including knowledge of quality requirements communication, quality training, and troubleshooting quality issues.
• Attention to detail in identifying important production details, reporting and checking for accuracy, and implementing double-check systems.
• Ability to maintain a routine for day-to-day work while being organized for flexible periods.
• Effective daily communication with employees, holding them accountable, and utilizing various communication methods to convey production expectations.
• Commitment to safety, understanding and adhering to the UFP principle that safety is priority one, and working with safety leaders on JDA’s and JSA’s.
• Proper training in conducting machine audits, understanding the importance of LOTO, and implementing safety improvements.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement (CI) principles, including 5S and TPM, and the ability to communicate the importance of each program before implementation.
• Technical knowledge of machinery and equipment, including proper training, understanding machine purposes, documenting training, and developing relationships with maintenance staff.
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and standard work instructions.
• Ability to provide daily feedback and communication, identify potential advancement based on performance, and conduct employee reviews.
• Understanding the importance of training employees, communicating effectively during training, and emphasizing safety and safeguards.
• Self-awareness to reflect on situations and identify areas for improvement.
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process

Hourly Pay Range

$25.00-$30.00 hourly- dependent on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay : Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, and trip rate bonuses.

A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.