Production Supervisor - Paper Mill

Greif, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif, Inc. in Milwaukee seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee larger, more complex production teams across multiple activities.

You will set team goals, allocate staffing, and evaluate operational results while ensuring policies and procedures are followed. With 5–8 years of relevant supervisory experience and a high school diploma, you will lead safety initiatives, schedule work, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a high school diploma and 5-8 years of relevant supervisory experience.
• In-depth understanding of production operation and processes.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the day to day activities of a more complex and possibly multi-line production operation and monitors colleague productivity.
• Effectively implements new performance management systems, production plans and performance criteria.
• Runs shift meetings, confirms production progress and responds to delays.
• Creates and implements group improvement plans.
• Ensures team understands roles and responsibilities as it relates to the team and to Greif.
• Encourages joint problem solving, personal safety, and individual development.
• Supports Greif mission, follows values of Greif and works to better Greif’s business as a whole.
• Implements and enforces compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Arrange work schedules to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintains knowledge of processes and equipment.
• Troubleshoots complex or advanced issues that arise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION: To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life's essentials.

Job Requisition #: 035066

Job Summary:

Supervises larger, more complex teams of colleagues who perform multiple types of production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.). Responsibilities typically include setting goals and objectives for team members, making staffing decisions for team, and evaluating achievement of operational results. Ensures policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed. Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, with previous supervisory experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises the day to day activities of a more complex and possibly multi-line production operation and monitors colleague productivity.
• Effectively implements new performance management systems, production plans and performance criteria.
• Runs shift meetings, confirms production progress and responds to delays.
• Creates and implements group improvement plans.
• Ensures team understands roles and responsibilities as it relates to the team and to Greif.
• Encourages joint problem solving, personal safety, and individual development.
• Supports Greif mission, follows values of Greif and works to better Greif’s business as a whole.
• Implements and enforces compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Arrange work schedules to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintains knowledge of processes and equipment.
• Troubleshoots complex or advanced issues that arise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, with previous supervisory experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• In-depth understanding of production operation and processes.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is $81,800.00 - $139,200.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between90,000.00 to100,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement:

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy.

Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.