Shift Supervisor

Magnera Corporation; Augusta (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera Corporation is seeking a Shift Supervisor to coordinate the Production Team, driving maximum productivity and a safe, quality-focused environment. The role emphasizes lean practices and leadership to implement PDCA, quick changeovers, Kaizen, and value stream mapping while collaborating with maintenance and process engineering.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exemplary conduct, promote safety, and lead continuous improvements across the plant, including communication with other

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field preferred.
• Three years of manufacturing experience; front line supervisory experience in manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Experience leading problem solving and continuous improvement teams is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of the Production Team to achieve productivity and efficiency.
• Maintain a safe work environment with proper training and ensure product quality using statistical methods.
• Promote safety and continuous improvement through lean manufacturing practices and visual controls.
• Lead lean initiatives: PDCA, quick changeovers, Kaizen, 5S, and value stream mapping.
• Coach and audit for continuous improvement across the organization; drive results and set best practices.
• Communicate effectively with other departments and internal/external customers; support maintenance and process engineering.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Team leadership

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

PDCA

5S

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field

Job description

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

The Shift Supervisor coordinates the daily activities of the Production Team to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency while developing a team environment. Provides for a safe work environment through proper training and ensures product quality by utilizing statistical methods to control production processes

Responsibilities

• Have exemplary personal conduct that demonstrates integrity, commitment, judgement and courtesy to all co-workers, customers and vendors.
• Promote and support highest level of safety, both personally and with others, throughout daily activities.
• Support the development of lean manufacturing processes; continuous improvement, standard work, visual controls, value stream mapping, training and employee involvement.
• Select and apply appropriate continuous Improvement tools aimed at improving line capacity, production line efficiency, process reliability, mean time between failure and other key measures.
• Drive lean training and implement a lean toolkit utilizing PDCA; quick changeovers; operator care, Kaizen, problem solving, 5S, etc.
• Actively reinforces key continuous improvement concepts through coaching and auditing across the organization.
• Demonstrate high energy and professional confidence and the ability to drive results.
• Communicate effectively with other departments and internal and external customers.
• Works with Maintenance and Process Engineering Departments to establish operational "Best Practices."
• Takes actions to control emergency situations and ensures appropriate management personnel are notified.
• Be solely responsible for the plant in the absence of manufacturing managers and other staff members.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a technical field is preferred.
• Must have at least three years of manufacturing experience (plastic manufacturing is a plus).
• Three years of front line supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility is strongly preferred but a combination of manufacturing experience, line leadership experience, and/or education would satisfy this requirement.
• A working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience leading problem solving and/or continuous improvement teams is preferred.