Production Supervisor

Tetra Pak; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in optimizing production processes. This role involves supervising shift activities, ensuring quality and safety, and driving performance improvements through continuous improvement methodologies. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values diversity, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on food safety and sustainability. Join a forward-thinking organization that empowers you to reach your potential and contribute to a better world.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Development and training opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Market competitive compensation and benefits

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage production teams effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ideally knowledgeable in SAP.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production employees and ensure quality and efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support safety audits.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Machine maintenance skills

SAP knowledge

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Quality inspection knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Production Supervisor

As our Production Supervisor you will be responsible for directing and coordinating all shift activities to optimize quality, efficiency, customer commitment and safety throughout the facility. You will supervise shift personnel and their associated functions, provide leadership, vision and direction to employees, build morale and drive towards the achievement of productions goals and targets. You will help drive performance improvements through the Continuous Improvement / World Class Manufacturing process and implement improvement measures through loss reduction.

This position reports to the Pre-Press & Printing Process Manager.

This position is based in Sikeston, Missouri.

Shift schedule: 4 days on, 4 days off. 12 hours a day (3:30 PM - 3:30 AM)

Tetra Pak is not considering applicants (Internal or External) who require International relocation to the United States.

What you will do

As Production Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise 30-35 production employees on shift as needed
• Set priorities with Maintenance Technicians if more than one machine is broken down.
• Serve as first line manager to employees, including performance reviews and disciplinary action (e.g. improvement plans)
• Drive and support AM/PM (Autonomous and Preventive Maintenance) activities, Work with AM/PM pillar leaders to excel AM/PM methodology throughout the factory to move to next evolutionary level in World Class Manufacturing. Audit 5S and CIL’s (Clean, Inspect, Lubricate) effectiveness for all shifts. Provide AM/PM training
• Support OHS (Organization Health and Safety) in the factory, including layered safety audits, tracking and documenting safety tags.
• Support continuous improvement teams and training. Run teams as needed.

We believe you have

• High School Diploma
• Solid computer skills (Microsoft office suite: PPT, Excel, Word, email, SharePoint, Teams)
• Ideally SAP knowledge
• Excellent communication skills
• Great leadership skills
• Machine maintenance skills
• Knowledge of quality inspection and machine systems handling
• Ideally experience with management of operator tags through Autonomous Maintenance
• Ability to read, understand and comply with work instruction, training manuals, safety rules, standard operating procedures and World Class Manufacturing processes

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.

This job posting expires on May 19, 2025

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.