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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.
Responsibilities
About the Role
Schedule: 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM | 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule
We are seeking an experienced Night Shift Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations in a heavy industrial nonwoven manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, productive, and efficient work environment while driving performance in safety, quality, production, equipment reliability, and employee engagement.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a industrial manufacturing environment and enjoys developing teams, solving problems, and improving processes.
What You''ll Do
Lead Safe Operations
- Promote a strong safety-first culture.
- Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Conduct safety inspections and audits.
- Participate in emergency response activities and maintain required certifications.
Drive Production Performance
- Lead shift operations to meet production, quality, and efficiency goals.
- Monitor equipment performance and coordinate troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime.
- Communicate production priorities and schedule changes to team members.
- Conduct shift handoff meetings and support daily operational planning.
Ensure Product Quality
- Monitor product quality throughout production.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and operating procedures.
- Support investigations and corrective actions related to quality issues and customer concerns.
Develop and Lead a High-Performing Team
- Coach, mentor, and develop hourly production employees.
- Provide performance feedback and accountability.
- Support hiring, training, performance management, and employee development.
- Foster teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
Support Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
- Lead waste reduction and process improvement initiatives.
- Promote workplace organization and operational excellence practices.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred
- Associate''s or Bachelor''s degree.
- Manufacturing leadership experience within a heavy industrial nonwoven manufacturing environment, or related continuous-process industries such as textiles, paper, or converting, strongly preferred.
- SAP experience.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
What We''re Looking For
- Safety-focused leader with a hands-on management style.
- Ability to motivate and develop employees.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Experience working with production metrics, reporting systems, and manufacturing technologies.
- Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
This position works primarily in a heavy industrial manufacturing facility and requires:
- Walking and standing for extended periods.
- Working around large-scale production equipment and automated machinery.
- Climbing stairs and accessing elevated platforms as needed.
- Wearing required PPE in designated production areas.
- Exposure to noise, temperature variations, dust, fibers, and other manufacturing conditions.
Why Join Us?
You''ll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, make a direct impact on manufacturing performance, and help drive a culture centered on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ready to lead the night shift? Apply today and help us build the future of manufacturing excellence.