Production Supervisor - Swing Shift

The Council of Industry; New York; On-site; USD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Life Insurance

Long‑Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Training & Development

Job summary

Viking Packaging in New Paltz, NY is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead the Swing Shift team. This hands-on role focuses on safety, quality, productivity, and staff development while meeting daily production targets.

You will partner with the Manager of Operational Excellence to drive Lean manufacturing initiatives, monitor performance metrics, and continuously improve processes across the shift.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading a manufacturing team.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience coaching and developing employees.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, or continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of production efficiency, waste reduction, and performance metrics.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical or business education preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Corrugated or packaging manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 30+ production employees.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring all employees follow safety policies.
• Manage daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and schedule expectations.
• Monitor production metrics including efficiency, downtime, waste, and quality.
• Partner with Operational Excellence on Lean Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
• Train employees and address attendance, performance, and safety issues.
• Work with Customer Service, Quality, Maintenance and other departments to resolve production issues.
• Communicate shift priorities and results to management and other shifts.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Communication

Data-driven

Safety leadership

Tools

Lean Six Sigma tools

Job description

Overview

Production / Manufacturing Supervisor Swing Shift

Location:New Paltz, NYPay: Annual Salary of $72,000 to $86,000 depending on experienceSchedule:Full-Time | Monday-FridayAvailable Shifts: The Swing Shift Supervisor will work a shift that overlaps our 1st Shift 7am to 3:30pm and 2nd Shift 3:30pm to 12am

Viking is all about innovative solutions, but it’s our people who make the real difference.

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our Swing Shift team. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for safety, quality, productivity, employee development, and meeting production goals. The Supervisor will also partner closely with the Manager of Operational Excellence to improve efficiency and implement Lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 30+ production employees.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring all employees follow safety policies.
• Manage daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and schedule expectations.
• Monitor production metrics including efficiency, downtime, waste, and quality.
• Partner with Operational Excellence on Lean Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
• Train employees and address attendance, performance, and safety issues.
• Work with Customer Service, Quality, Maintenance and other departments to resolve production issues.
• Communicate shift priorities and results to management and other shifts.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

A hands‑on manufacturing leader who can run a successful shift while helping us continuously improve how we work. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading people, using data to solve problems, and finding ways to make our processes safer, more efficient, and more productive.

• 3+ years of experience leading a manufacturing team.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience coaching and developing employees.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, or continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of production efficiency, waste reduction, and performance metrics.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical or business education preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Corrugated or packaging manufacturing experience is preferred.

Pay & Benefits

We invest in our employees and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual Salary of $72,000 to $86,000 depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Semiannual Profit Sharing
• Paid training and professional development through the Council of Industry

Company Website

http://vikingpackaging.com

Company Profile

Viking Packaginghas specialized in the manufacturing of corrugated packaging and providing logistical solutions to its clients, for the past 53 years. Viking is a 3rd generation family run business that continues to experience growth and improvement. Viking now serves a wide range of industries by delivering a high-quality product because they know packaging is fundamental to the operation of their customers.

Join Viking Packagingand be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence in the packaging industry. We are well positioned with building expansion, new equipment, and experienced support staff to support sales growth. If you have the skills, experience, and drive, we'd love to hear from you.

Viking Packaging is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We are dedicated to providing a work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 845-883-6325