Production Supervisor

UFP Industries; Siler City (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with фир

Basic and voluntary life insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

PalletOne, Inc. is seeking a Production Department Supervisor to lead safe, efficient operations across multiple departments and shifts. This hands-on leader will develop teams, improve processes, and drive results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will oversee daily production, control costs, and ensure compliance with policies while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The role requires forklift certification and strong leadership to ensure targets are met

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.
• Forklift driver certification completed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations across multiple departments and shifts.
• Develop employees and ensure alignment with safety requirements and company standards.
• 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 and support development planning.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and TPM.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leaders across the organization.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Leadership

Forklift certification

Education

Post-high school education

Tools

Inside UFPI systems

Citrix

Professional email communication

Job description

Production Department Supervisor

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.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee stock purchase program

Ready to Lead the Way?

If you’re a motivated production leader who values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we invite you to apply and grow your career with PalletOne, Inc.

$19.00 - $21.00 hourly. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by experience and other job‑related factors

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.