Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Pregis Corporation; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis Corporation is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Aurora, IL. The role leads a production team, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while driving waste reduction and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, a strong background in manufacturing, and proficiency in Excel and Outlook. Bachelor's degree preferred, high school diploma required, and the ability to manage daily and long-term objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant manufacturing experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory position.
• Strong background in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook is required; knowledge of Word/PowerPoint is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive company goals by communicating expectations, planning, monitoring, and evaluating flow of production.
• Effectively manage labor to meet plant productivity and cost goals by coordinating work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequence.
• Monitor production activities, identify problems, and troubleshoot causes to develop solutions.
• Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly objectives, communicating them to employees to ensure alignment.
• Create, train, monitor, and evaluate team on safety, quality, and standard operating procedures.
• Document and maintain up-to-date training for all existing and new production equipment.
• Troubleshoot processing techniques and production machinery and provide solutions for continuous improvement.
• Accurately record, communicate, and maintain required documentation in a timely manner.
• Analyze and submit daily reports on performance and progress related to production, quality, safety, staffing, and regular maintenance duties.
• Demonstrate self-motivation with a results-driven approach.
• Prioritize workload effectively.
• Display strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong analytical skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant manufacturing experience

High School diploma or equivalent

5+ years of experience with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory position

Strong background in manufacturing

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Word/PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Summary of Job

The Production Supervisor is responsible for directing and supervising activities of a production team and shift/department. The role requires at least 3+ years of experience leading and managing a team in a manufacturing environment. The supervisor ensures that safety, quality, delivery, and cost standards are achieved while meeting waste reduction and sustainability goals. The individual will create a culture of integrity, customer focus, innovation, and collaboration, attract and develop top talent, and oversee all people‑leadership functions, including interviewing, selection, and performance management.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Drive company goals by communicating expectations, planning, monitoring, and evaluating flow of production.
• Effectively manage labor to meet plant productivity and cost goals by coordinating work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequence.
• Monitor production activities, identify problems, and troubleshoot causes to develop solutions.
• Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly objectives, communicating them to employees to ensure alignment.
• Create, train, monitor, and evaluate team on safety, quality, and standard operating procedures.
• Document and maintain up‑to‑date training for all existing and new production equipment.
• Troubleshoot processing techniques and production machinery and provide solutions for continuous improvement.
• Accurately record, communicate, and maintain required documentation in a timely manner.
• Analyze and submit daily reports on performance and progress related to production, quality, safety, staffing, and regular maintenance duties.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation with a results‑driven approach.
• Prioritize workload effectively.
• Display strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong analytical skills.

Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment.
• Inside work.
• Heat may exceed 90°F.
• Humidity may exceed 80%.
• Noise may exceed 85 dB.

Physical Characteristics

• Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75% of time.
• Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs).
• Frequent typing/keyboarding/preparing documents, voice‑assisted as needed.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant manufacturing experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory position.
• Strong background in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook is required; knowledge of Word/PowerPoint is a plus.

Compensation

Base Pay: The estimated annualized base pay range for this role is $80,000–$100,000. Actual base pay may vary based on performance, proficiency, and demonstrated competencies.

Compensation details listed in U.S. job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits. Learn more about benefits at Pregis.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bring together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.