Production Team Lead | Evening Shift

greif; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif, a global manufacturing leader, seeks a Production Supervisor in Alsip, IL to lead teams in setting up, operating, and maintaining packaging production equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with 3 shifts and potential future supervisory opportunities.

You will guide materials flow, train staff, monitor metrics, and ensure adherence to policies and schedules, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and cost control.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• Manages and guides production teams in setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Promotes safety, policy compliance, and a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the activities of production workers under the direction of the Plant Manager.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory policies. Promote a safe working environment.
• Monitor production quality and ensure adherence to quality control standards.
• Adhere to and prioritize production schedules and ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist in training new production workers on processes, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with inventory control to ensure raw materials and supplies are available for production.
• May collaborate with maintenance staff to ensure machinery and equipment are maintained.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Provide regular updates to management on production metrics and issues.
• May operate machinery or work production line positions as needed to cover absences.
• Act as the point of contact for colleagues in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Collaborate with other departments and senior management for operational efficiency.
• Assist in implementing and managing strategic projects or initiatives that impact the shift or department.
• Review and analyze performance metrics, report on operational effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in advanced training to prepare for a potential supervisory role.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling

Strategic planning

Mentoring

Team development

MS Office

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Greif, a global manufacturing leader, seeks a Production Supervisor in Alsip, IL to lead teams in setting up, operating, and maintaining packaging production equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with 3 shifts and potential future supervisory opportunities.

You will guide materials flow, train staff, monitor metrics, and ensure adherence to policies and schedules, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and cost control.