| Location | Rome, Georgia |
SR. PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - NIGHTS
Rome, GA
Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts on a 3/2 rotating schedule
Pay: $75,000 to $85,000/year depending on experience
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
A flexible packaging manufacturer in Rome, GA (flexographic printing and extrusion lamination, SQF food-safety plant) is adding a Sr. Production Supervisor to run its night shift. You oversee day-to-day production on the shift, lead and develop a team of 25 to 35 people with 1 Production Lead reporting to you, and keep safety, quality and output on target. Reports to the Production Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Production management
- Oversee daily production so packaging products are made on time and efficiently
- Monitor production schedules, adjust priorities and make sure targets are met
- Implement and maintain SOPs for production processes
Team leadership
- Supervise, train and evaluate production staff; hold the team to company policies and safety standards
- Build a positive, team-first culture and address personnel issues promptly
- Run regular team meetings on goals, changes and updates
Quality control
- Make sure every product meets quality standards and specifications
- Work with Quality Assurance to identify and fix quality issues
- Drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency
Safety and compliance
- Enforce safety protocols and run regular safety audits and inspections
- Keep the operation compliant with local, state and federal manufacturing and packaging regulations
Equipment and maintenance
- Monitor equipment condition and arrange routine maintenance and repairs
- Work with maintenance to minimize downtime and resolve technical issues quickly
- Recommend equipment upgrades or replacements
Inventory and reporting
- Coordinate with inventory and procurement on raw materials and packaging supplies
- Keep accurate production records; report on performance, efficiency and quality metrics
- Analyze production data for trends and improvements and update the Plant Manager and senior leadership
WHAT YOU NEED
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing, business management or a related field
- 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, packaging preferred
- Strong knowledge of production management, quality control and safety standards
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Proficient with production management software and Microsoft Office
- Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- 24/7 manufacturing operation; flexible hours as required
- Lift up to 50 lbs; on your feet for most of the shift working with plant-floor processes
- Able to tell differences in printed colors and compare to color standards for quality audits