Supervisor In Training

Gildan Activewear Inc.; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gildan Yarns in Kings Mountain is seeking a Supervisory professional to oversee a production area during peak seasons, ensure smooth operations, and drive training programs for the workforce. You will participate in process improvement initiatives and ensure safety and documentation controls across the facility.

The role emphasizes leadership, strong communication, and hands-on guidance to foster continuous improvement and workforce development within a large-scale manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; two-year college or technical school acceptable.
• Experience supervising in manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned area during peak season to ensure productivity.
• Administer training programs throughout the facility.
• Recognize and help develop new processes for better efficiency.
• Administer safety programs and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead GPS, 5S, and Lean initiatives and monitor their impact.
• Maintain process and document control across the facility.
• Collaborate with HR and direct managers on HR issues when needed.
• Document training programs and monitor their effectiveness.
• Plan and assign work for subordinates and conduct training for exempt and hourly staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

MS Office

Adaptability

Multitasking

People skills

Interacting with leadership

Education

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.

Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com .

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Supervise assigned area during peak season to ensure productivity of area.
• Administer Training programs throughout the facility.
• Recognize and help develop new processes throughout the facility for better process efficiency.
• Administer implemented Safety programs throughout the facility.
• Assume key roles in GPS, 5S, and Lean initiatives.
• Ensure process and document control throughout the facility.
• Handles HR issues with guidance from the facility HR Manager and Direct Manager.
• Gain valuable experience to help foster a career path
• Studies production/distribution processes and creates training documentation and programs to reinforce and/or enhance these processes
• Monitors, records, and reports the success of training programs
• Analyzes and resolves work problems.
• Interprets Company policies and enforces safety regulations
• Plans and assigns work for subordinates
• Conduct training for exempt non-exempt and hourly employees
• Holds responsibilities in the GPS, Lean, and Safety programs

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s Degree from two-year college or technical school preferred
• Consistently performs at a level that exceeds expectations
• Must have overall appreciation and understanding of the facility and operations
• Must have expert technical knowledge of the operation
• Prior experience in supervisory role in manufacturing/distribution environment preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must have Excel, Word and Power Point experience helpful
• Ability to adapt to changing procedures, policies and work environment necessary
• Be currently employed in the Kings Mountain facilities
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to multi-task on a daily basis
• Possess excellent people skills
• Interact with facility leadership
• No disciplinary issues at a final level
• Positive outlook and upbeat demeanor

What’s in it for you?

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however , only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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