Production Supervisor - 3rd shift

Flambeau Inc.; Baraboo (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Flambeau Inc. is seeking a shift supervisor to oversee production operations and associates on the Sunday-Thursday 11pm–7am shift. You will ensure customer needs are met, safety requirements are followed, and corporate policies are maintained while achieving operation goals.

You will coach and develop staff, manage material flow and quality programs, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement in Lean manufacturing and 5S practices, aligning with Flambeau Core Values.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; degree in Manufacturing or related discipline preferred.
• 2+ years of Supervisory experience in a plastics environment preferred.
• Experience in 5S, continuous improvement, and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to lead a team and resolve issues quickly.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods; may work in loud environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production operations and associates on the assigned shift.
• Ensure customer needs are met, safety requirements are followed, corporate policies and procedures are maintained, and operation goals are met; serve as a role model for Flambeau Core Values.
• Oversee hourly associates on the assigned shift; manage scheduled production at established efficiency and utilization standards and complete daily shift audits.
• Manage material flow, inventory control, quality program, scrap, safety and cleanliness of the production floor; drive continuous improvement in human relations and team activities.
• Maintain staff by assisting with recruitment, interviewing, selecting, and overseeing training of associates; and internal growth opportunities.
• Conduct Performance Reviews; resolve employee issues by analyzing data and taking appropriate action.
• Document production by press for your shift and audit previous shifts prior to entering data for MAL.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

MS Office

Lean manufacturing

5S

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Machinery knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing machinery

Office equipment

Job description

Oversee production operations and associates on assigned shift. Ensure customer needs are met, safety requirements are followed, corporate policies and procedures are maintained, and operation goals are met, and serves as a role model for the Flambeau Core Values.

Schedule is Sunday through Thursday- 11pm to 7am.

Essential Duties

• Maintain a clean and safe environment for all associates.
• Oversee hourly associates on the assigned shift.
• Manage the scheduled production at established efficiency and utilization standards and complete daily shift audits.
• Manage the material flow, inventory control, quality program, scrap, safety and cleanliness of the production floor.
• Manage and improve employee engagement.
• Manage the continuous improvement of human relations and team oriented activities.
• Maintain staff by assisting with recruitment, interviewing, selecting, and overseeing training of associates; and internal growth opportunities.
• Support and maintain Flambeau Core Values.
• Conduct Performance Reviews.
• Resolve employee issues by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; and taking action as appropriate.
• Ensure operators document production by press for your shift and audit the previous shifts prior to entering data for MAL.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

• HS Diploma or GED, degree in Manufacturing or related discipline preferred.
• 2+ years Supervisory experience in a plastics environment preferred.
• Experience in 5S, continuous improvement, and Lean Manufacturing processes
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to successfully lead a team and resolve issues relating to personnel, quickly and efficiently.
• Exceptional communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of various types of manufacturing machinery and tools.
• Proven problem solving abilities and critical thinking.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• This position requires extended periods of time walking and standing and may require working in a loud environment, dependent upon the department. It requires the use of typical office equipment such as a computer, copy machine, laptop and cell phone. May be required to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.