Production Supervisor, Packaging

The Bernard Group, Inc.; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 64,500 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) with company match

Flexible work hours

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The Bernard Group, Inc. in Chanhassen is looking for a hands-on leader to oversee workflows and mentor staff in a sustainable manufacturing environment. This full-time role involves coaching employees, ensuring high standards, and managing costs effectively.

With a strong culture of employee ownership, the ideal candidate thrives in teamwork and holds a minimum of 2–5 years' experience in manufacturing. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Accountable and shows ownership of work commitments.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, mentor, and train employees for professional development.
• Set high performance expectations and provide constructive feedback.
• Support a safe environment, driving towards zero OSHA recordables.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong collaboration

Organisational skills

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience

Job description

Introduction

Do you want to work for a company where your co‑workers are co‑owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee‑owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest‑quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco‑friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

Position Overview

In this position, you will serve as a hands‑on leader and coach, working closely with the Fabrication Manager to train your team on efficient workflows while keeping a sharp eye on the bottom line. Success requires a balance of strong people skills to mentor your staff and solid business acumen to manage variable costs, minimise material waste and justify future resource investments. For a leader who values sustainable manufacturing practices and thrives in a high‑accountability culture where everyone has a literal stake in the company’s success, this role offers an incredibly rewarding career path.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Problem‑solving skills in determining better, more efficient workflows with high standards
• Accountable and shows ownership of work commitments
• Strong collaborator, embraces teamwork by working with people to create unique solutions
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects and change priorities quickly as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Motivate, mentor, coach and train employees for professional development, employee engagement, and the creation of a safe and inclusive environment
• Set high performance expectations and provide feedback, both positive and constructive to ensure those expectations are met
• Work closely with leads, as well as other production area leadership, in prioritising and directing department workflow
• Support a safe environment, driving towards 0 OSHA recordables
• Maintain high quality standards
• Ensure assembly and machine throughput quality and integrity through continuous monitoring of departmental processes in conjunction with the production or assembly lead
• Oversee the maintenance of appropriate levels of supplies to meet production requirements
• Establish open lines of communication with the production floor
• Represent corporate policy and communicate it to employees as required
• Ensure training and skills matrix are in compliance with training policy
• Work toward continuous improvement
• Monitor efficiency and productivity and implement improvements
• Implement cost reductions where possible
• Drive improvements in material flow, including cell design and material delivery; interact with other support departments as required
• Provide the cost/benefit analysis for the acquisition of new equipment and ensure the team is trained on the equipment as the subject matter expert
• Troubleshoot production problems to ensure productivity and quality standards are met
• Step in as needed to work on the line
• Perform miscellaneous projects and complete various tasks as requested by others in management

Essential Characteristics

• Effective communication, both verbally and in writing; strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas concisely and effectively both internally and externally.
• Willingness to admit mistakes.
• Fiercely loyal to customers and team.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with.
• Enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges.
• Adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done.

TBG Overview

• We are a 1,000‑person visual merchandising company.
• We are 100% employee‑owned.
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure.
• This is a full‑time position in Chanhassen, MN.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $64,500–$68,000 annually. Range reflects our good‑faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Retirement savings programs
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan – 100% employee owned
  • 401(k) with a company match
• Flexible work hours
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Safe & clean manufacturing environment