Production Supervisor (Retail) - 2nd Shift

UFP Industries, Inc.; California; Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account with company**

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee/‑

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Thornton, CA. The role oversees multiple departments and shifts, focusing on achieving cost, profit, and production goals while developing staff through training and coaching.

A hands-on supervisor will manage costs, inventory, and safety initiatives while driving continuous improvement. The position requires 3–5 years in manufacturing with 1–3 years in people management, strong communication, and experience with UFPI

Qualifications

• Post high school education is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing with 1–3 years of experience managing people.
• Strong communication skills, including speaking clearly and precisely, engaging listeners, and asking pertinent questions.
• Proficiency in operating Inside UFPI, with a thorough understanding of available resources, policy training, and main page navigation.
• Skilled in using Citrix, maintaining email etiquette, and meeting timelines and deadlines.
• Expertise in the Precise Plant Quality Program, including knowledge of quality requirements, training, and troubleshooting quality issues.
• Attention to detail in identifying important production details, reporting, and implementing double-check systems.
• Ability to maintain a routine for day-to-day work while staying organized for flexible periods.
• Daily communication with employees, accountability, and conveying production expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manages the production operation of multiple departments and shifts.
• Leads a group of employees, motivating for maximum productivity.
• Identifies, researches, and resolves problems and opportunities.
• Evaluates performance and coaches employees.
• Manages costs and profitability of the department and department inventory.
• Participates in Safety Committee and ensures compliance with safety standards.
• May drive a forklift to assist moving material to and from the production area.
• Prepares reports and maintains records as required.
• Supports continuous improvement and safety initiatives (5S, TPM).
• Provides daily feedback and conducts employee reviews.

Skills

People management

Communication

Safety awareness

Training & coaching

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Forklift operation

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Inside UFPI

Citrix

JDA systems

JSA

Forklift license

Job description

## Production Supervisor (Retail) - 2nd ShiftApply: Thornton, CA: Full time: Posted Today: R22935**Job Summary**The Production Department Supervisor is responsible for the overall operation of its department consistent with cost, profit and production goals. It is responsible for the training and development of its employees. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals some creativity and latitude is expected works under the supervision of a manager Develops methods and assists in its implementation to achieve plans and goals of the department.**Principle Duties and Responsibilities*** Manages the production operation of multiple departments multiple shifts.* Manages the activity of a group of employees and motivates for maximum productivity.* Identifies, researches, and resolves various problems and opportunities.* Evaluates performance of individuals and various programs.* Coaches and counsels' employees.* Manages activities consistent with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable law.* Communicates to employees and other management members as required.* Manages cost and profitability of the department.* Manages department inventory* Leads employees in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.* Prepares reports and maintains records as required.* Participates in Safety Committee and ensures that department is in compliance with established safety standards.* Performs other duties as required.* If assigned to Treating Department, performs duties consistent with hazardous material handling procedures and practices.* May drive a forklift to assist moving material to and from the production area* Performs other duties as required.**Qualifications*** Post high school education is required* Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing 1 to 3 years of experience managing people.* Demonstrated ability to set up and manage agendas, ensuring clear understanding of time frames and effective use of visual aids.* Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly and precisely, engage listeners, and ask pertinent questions.* Proficiency in operating Inside UFPI, with a thorough understanding of available resources, specific UFP policy training, and main page navigation.* Skilled in searching topics, using Citrix, and maintaining email etiquette, with a strong grasp of timelines and deadlines.* Expertise in the Precise Plant Quality Program, including knowledge of quality requirements communication, quality training, and troubleshooting quality issues.* Attention to detail in identifying important production details, reporting and checking for accuracy, and implementing double-check systems.* Ability to maintain a routine for day-to-day work while being organized for flexible periods.* Effective daily communication with employees, holding them accountable, and utilizing various communication methods to convey production expectations.* Commitment to safety, understanding and adhering to the UFP principle that safety is priority one, and working with safety leaders on JDA’s and JSA’s.* Proper training in conducting machine audits, understanding the importance of LOTO, and implementing safety improvements.* Knowledge of continuous improvement (CI) principles, including 5S and TPM, and the ability to communicate the importance of each program before implementation.* Technical knowledge of machinery and equipment, including proper training, understanding machine purposes, documenting training, and developing relationships with maintenance staff.* Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and standard work instructions.* Ability to provide daily feedback and communication, identify potential advancement based on performance, and conduct employee reviews.* Understanding the importance of training employees, communicating effectively during training, and emphasizing safety and safeguards.* Self-awareness to reflect on situations and identify areas for improvement.* Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing processClick here to watch what a day in the life of a Production Supervisor looks like.### **Compensation & Benefit Information:****Hourly Pay Range:** $28.00 - $32.00 an hour dependent on experience\\*\\*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living**Bonus/Incentive Pay:**Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.**Benefits currently offered to our employees:*** Medical insurance* Health savings account with company contribution* Dental insurance* Vision insurance* Basic and voluntary life insurance* Disability insurance* 401(k) plan with company match* Paid vacation and holidays* Stock purchase program with employee discount* Educational reimbursement* Wellness programs and challenges* Other supplemental benefits*The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*