Production Supervisor

UFP Industries

Siler City (NC)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 29,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA with company contribution

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

PalletOne, Inc. in Siler City, NC is seeking a Production Department Supervisor to lead safe, efficient operations across multiple departments and shifts. You’ll develop teams, improve processes, and drive results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and continuous improvement. Candidates should have post-high school education, 3–5 years in manufacturing, and 1–3 years in supervision. Forklift cert required.

Qualifications

Post-high school education completed.
2–5 years manufacturing experience.
1–3 years of supervision experience.
Clear communication of priorities and timelines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic production.
Forklift driver certification completed.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage production operations across multiple departments and shifts.
Supervise, coach, motivate, and develop employees for productivity and engagement.
Plan work activities, set expectations, and ensure production targets are met.
Monitor costs, profitability, and inventory.
Identify operational problems and implement solutions.
Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide feedback.
Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and laws.
Lead CI initiatives including 5S and TPM.
Champion safety as Priority One and participate in safety activities.
Prepare production reports and maintain records.
Coordinate with maintenance for equipment reliability.
Operate forklift as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Post-high school education

Tools

Inside UFPI systems

Citrix

Forklift certification

Job description

PalletOne, Inc. | Siler City, NC

Lead Operations. Develop People. Drive Results.

PalletOne, Inc. is seeking an experienced Production Department Supervisor to lead safe, efficient, and high‑quality operations across multiple departments and shifts. This role is ideal for a hands‑on manufacturing leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and driving results in a fast‑paced production environment.

As a supervisor, you’ll play a key role in meeting production goals, controlling costs, and fostering a culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

You will oversee daily production operations while developing employees and ensuring alignment with business goals, safety requirements, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities Include

Lead and manage production operations across multiple departments and shifts
Supervise, coach, motivate, and develop employees for maximum productivity and engagement
Plan work activities, set expectations, and ensure production targets are met
Monitor and manage department costs, profitability, and inventory
Identify operational problems and improvement opportunities; research and implement solutions
Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide feedback, and support development planning
Ensure compliance with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable laws
Lead and participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, including 5S and TPM
Champion safety as Priority One, including participation in safety committees, JDAs, JSAs, audits, and LOTO compliance
Prepare reports and maintain accurate production and operational records
Communicate effectively with team members and other leaders across the organization
Work closely with maintenance to support equipment reliability and preventative maintenance
Operate a forklift when needed to support production flow
If assigned to the Treating Department, follow all hazardous material handling procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a confident, organized, and people‑focused leader with strong manufacturing knowledge and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Post‑high school education
3–5 years of manufacturing experience
1–3 years of experience leading or supervising employees
Ability to clearly communicate expectations, priorities, and timelines
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic production environment
Successfully complete forklift driver certification

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience managing agendas, meetings, and visual production tools
Strong working knowledge of Inside UFPI systems, Citrix, and professional email communication
Familiarity with the Precise Plant Quality Program and quality troubleshooting
Understanding of preventative maintenance, standard work instructions, and equipment processes
Experience conducting machine audits and supporting safety improvements
Proven ability to train employees, document training, and support skill development
Ability to provide daily feedback, conduct employee reviews, and identify advancement potential
Self‑awareness and willingness to reflect and continuously improve leadership effectiveness

Why You’ll Love Working at PalletOne

At PalletOne, we believe strong leadership drives strong results. We support our supervisors with the tools, training, and collaboration needed to succeed—while offering the opportunity to make a real impact on people, processes, and performance.

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