Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI); Sioux Falls (SD); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) in Sioux Falls seeks a Production Supervisor to lead a 20-30 person production team. You will oversee daily operations, safety, quality, and on-time manufacturing, while coaching staff and improving processes.

The role requires lean manufacturing knowledge, forklift operation, and bilingual English/Spanish, with a strong focus on teamwork, problem solving, and meeting production targets.

Qualifications

• Requires High school diploma or GED.
• 2-5 years of experience as a production supervisor or manager.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsabilités

• Lead and supervise production staff, including training and performance management.
• Direct work flow, plan production schedules, and ensure on-time output.
• Monitor safety, quality, and process improvements on the floor.
• Maintain accurate production records and reporting systems.
• Coordinate with maintenance for equipment reliability.
• Conduct weekly Production/Safety meetings with staff.
• Communicate across shifts to prevent issues.

Connaissances

Lean methods

Amtech costing

Amtech RPM

Reading blueprints/docs

Reports/writing

Public speaking

Tape measure

Problem solving

Teamwork

Formation

High school diploma / GED

Outils

Forklift operator certification

Description du poste

Position Purpose

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the production floor though supervision, development and training of the production team which includes approximately 20-30 associates. In addition, the Supervisor is responsible for the efficient movement of product through the plant with a focus on quality and timeliness.

Position Purpose

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the production floor though supervision, development and training of the production team which includes approximately 20-30 associates. In addition, the Supervisor is responsible for the efficient movement of product through the plant with a focus on quality and timeliness.

Duties And Responsibilities

Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below:

• Follows established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times
• Directs supervision of production staff including: training associates, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; conflict resolution; team building; coaching and leading associates to improve; addressing complaints and resolving problems; documentation; and setting an example of superior behavior, attitude and performance
• Maintains efficient workflows by monitoring processes and variables; implements cost reductions; develops reporting procedures and systems
• Completes production plan by establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising production schedules, resolving problems and reporting results or issues
• Ensures operation of equipment by calling for repairs and preventative maintenance; assists in troubleshooting machine issues
• Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting and analyzing production performance records and data, answering questions and responding to requests
• Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, budgetary and personnel requirements
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing associates on the use of all equipment and safety protocols
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications
• Assists with hands‑on operation of machines, including operating and feeding large press machines that requires a full awareness of surroundings, machine pinch points and safety protocols
• Maintains inventories of sheets, inks and other converting supplies
• Reports quality concerns to the Management Team and assists in determining quality guidelines
• Conducts weekly Production/Safety meetings with departmental personnel
• Communicates with necessary supervision to avoid problems between shift changes
• Operates forklift, as needed, in tight spaces with human traffic
• Other duties as assigned

Full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse setting

Skill Set

• Proficient in lean methods
• Proficient in Amtech job costing module
• Proficient in Amtech RPM module
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of the organization
• Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy; calculate figures and amounts, such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Results-orientated and able to work both independently and within a team environment
• Demonstrates aptitude for problem-solving and able to determine solutions for customers
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications And Experience

Assertive leader who holds self and others accountable

2 -5 years of experience as a production supervisor or manager

Experience In The Corrugated Packaging Industry Highly Preferred

• Working knowledge of all production machines, plant equipment and processes, including: equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation
• Certified forklift operator
• High school diploma / GED
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Physical Demands

• stand, walk and communicate with others (both speaking and listening) – regularly
• use hands to adjust, manipulate and feel product – frequently
• reach with hands and arms – frequently
• stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl – frequently
• sit – occasionally
• lift and/or move up to 50 pounds – regularly
• lift and/or move up to 100 pounds – occasionally
• specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

About BCI

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions.

BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays.