Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Pregis Corporation

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Pregis Corporation in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensure product quality, and drive efficiency on the line.

You will lead production teams, manage schedules and timesheets, verify safety compliance, and troubleshoot issues to maximize productivity across shifts.

This role emphasizes lean practices, collaboration with other departments, and development opportunities within the Production Department.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Associate's degree or equivalent preferred.
3-5 years manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily manufacturing operations and ensure quality standards.
Lead and motivate production teams and coordinate schedules.
Verify timesheets and monitor workflows to maintain productivity.
Enforce safety protocols and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Collaborate with other departments to optimize production performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team supervision

Lean manufacturing

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the \"Wow\" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Why Join Pregis?

Position Description:

Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations, ensuring that production processes run efficiently and meet quality standards. They manage and motivate production teams, coordinate schedules, Verify timesheets monitor workflows, and troubleshoot issues to maintain productivity. Additionally, they enforce safety protocols, ensure compliance with company policies, and collaborate with other departments to optimize production performance. This includes maintaining a clean and safe operating environment, preparing for changeovers, testing product quality, efficiently operating machines, planning materials for production, immediately reporting any concerns/issues with safety, machines, quality, etc. to the appropriate individual, and more. Compensation for this position will be based on skill, and many advancement opportunities will be available. This may include opportunities within and outside of the Production Department.

Safety

Understand and follow all safety procedures and policies.
Follow all safety rules and procedures established by the company.
Take personal responsibility for own safety and fellow employees, correcting and/or assisting in thecorrection of any safety hazard identified.
Immediately report any safety concerns/issues to the appropriate individual.
Coordinates, monitors, and maintains safety and good housekeeping (5S) practices in all areas of the department.
Observes and verifies finished product meets customer quality expectations and immediately takes corrective action if it does not.
Audits standard work procedures and enforces adherence to standard work instructions to ensure product meets quality standards.
Manages and identifies improvements to production outputs, scrap rates, and change-over times.
Works with production planning (scheduling) to optimize run order efficiency and maximize production performance.

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE

Reviews production orders to ensure the packaging supplies and raw materials are available to produce a product that meets the customer's specifications.
Manages daily manpower by assigning and delegating work.
Directs, monitors, and assists in the training of all employees under their supervision.
Engages with employees and positively manages the quality of work and performance of each employee.
Maintains, verifies and approves time for hourly employees.
Appraises, develops and promotes employees under their supervision, including recommending raises (level changes).
Accurately completes daily production paperwork.
Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements:

High School Diploma and GED required
Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school preferred.
3-5 years' experience in manufacturing, film experience preferred.
Effective communication as a supervisor, coach and trainer while providing individual and technical leadership to direct reports as well as management
Experience in Supervising in a Lean manufacturing environment is a plus
Experience working in a fast-paced management and managing multiple shifts.
Strong technical ability; able troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Experience mentoring and coaching employees

Physical Requirements include, but are not limited to (all times are approximate):

Sitting (1-2 hours).
Standing (Constantly - up to 12 hours).
Walking (Constantly up to 12 hours).
Lifting/Carrying (regularly up to 12 hours - a minimum of 75 lbs.).

Key Competencies

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.
Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Makes timely decisions.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing 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. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

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