Production Supervisor- 3rd Shift

Job description

**Position Purpose:** Responsible for the day-to-day management of the production floor though supervision, development and training of the production team which includes approximately 20-30 associates. In addition, it is responsible for the efficient movement of product through the plant with a focus on quality and timeliness. Reports to the Plant Manager. **Pay Range:** $75,000 – $95,000 annually- Plus Quarterly Bonus **Schedule:** 3rd Shift | Monday–Thursday | 4‑Day Work Week **Hours:** 4:30 PM - 5:00 AM **Duties & Responsibilities:** Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below: · Follows established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times · Directs supervision of production staff including: training associates, planning, assigning and directing work; performance appraisals ; rewarding and disciplining associates; conflict resolution; team building; coaching and leading associates to improve; addressing complaints and resolving problems; documentation; and setting an example of superior behavior, attitude and performance · Maintains efficient workflows by monitoring processes and variables; implements cost reductions; develops reporting procedures and systems · Completes production plan by establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising production schedules, resolving problems and reporting results or issues · Ensures operation of equipment by calling for repairs and preventative maintenance; assists in troubleshooting machine issues · Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting and analyzing production performance records and data, answering questions and responding to requests · Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, budgetary and personnel requirements · Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing associates on the use of all equipment and safety protocols · Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications · Assists with hands-on operation of machines, including operating and feeding large press machines that requires a full awareness of surroundings, machine pinch points and safety protocols · Maintains inventories of sheets, inks and other converting supplies · Reports quality concerns to the Management Team and assists in determining quality guidelines · Conducts weekly Production/Safety meetings with departmental personnel · Communicates with necessary supervision to avoid problems between shift changes · Operates forklift, as needed, in tight spaces with human traffic · Other duties as assigned · Full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse setting **Skill Set:** · Proficient in lean methods · Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals · Ability to write routine reports and correspondence · Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of the organization · Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy; calculate figures and amounts, such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate · Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations · Results-orientated and able to work both independently and within a team environment · Demonstrates aptitude for problem-solving and able to determine solutions for customers · Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills · Assertive leader who holds self and others accountable **Qualifications Desired:** · 2 -5 years of experience as a production supervisor or manager · Experience in the corrugated packaging industry highly preferred · Working knowledge of all production machines, plant equipment and processes, including: equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation · Certified forklift operator · High school diploma / GED **Physical Demands:** The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: · stand, walk and communicate with others (both speaking and listening) - regularly · use hands to adjust, manipulate and feel product - frequently reach with hands and arms - frequently · stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - frequently · sit – occasionally · lift and/or move up to 50 pounds – regularly · lift and/or move up to 100 pounds - occasionally · specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and · ability to adjust focus **About BCI** Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten Southern and Midwestern states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions. BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays.