2nd Shift Case & Label & Warehouse Supervisor
This hands-on leadership role oversees second-shift labeling and warehouse operations, taking products from brite inventory through finished, labeled goods while keeping people, materials, equipment, inventory, safety, and quality aligned.
The best fit is a steady floor leader from food, beverage, packaging, consumer products, or another high-volume manufacturing environment who can lead a team, protect line efficiency, coordinate schedules and materials, and make sound operating decisions during a demanding evening shift.
Location: Geneva, NY
Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 p.m.-4:00 a.m.; some weekend work during the busy season
Work Setting: Onsite
Role Type: Direct hire
Compensation: $70,000-$80,000 per year, based on skills, abilities, and experience- Potential flexibility for senior level relevant experience
Bonus: 5% annual bonus
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Additional company benefits and employee programs
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day second-shift labeling and warehouse operations, moving brite inventory through labeling and into finished goods.
- Drive label-line performance by monitoring efficiency, downtime, line changes, staffing, material availability, and daily production priorities.
- Order and control direct materials, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and schedule label lines to meet production and shipping deadlines.
- Coordinate personnel schedules, work assignments, training, and shift coverage for the labeling team.
- Oversee maintenance needs in the labeling area and work with maintenance partners to minimize disruption and restore equipment safely.
- Reconcile inventory between GEM and INCS and investigate or escalate discrepancies that could affect production or finished-goods accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality procedures, and established operating standards.
- Partner with Quality to communicate product concerns, isolate issues, and support timely resolution.
- Prepare end-of-month downtime and line-change records, monthly production reporting, and physical-inventory documentation.
- Support CHEP pallet activity and provide backup coverage for label-coordination responsibilities.
- Participate in safety, quality, and can-damage committees and help convert findings into practical floor improvements.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support plant and warehouse performance.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to lead employees and organize work in a production, packaging, warehouse, distribution, or related operating environment.
- Knowledge of labeling operations or the ability to learn labeling requirements quickly.
- Basic computer and data-entry skills, with the ability to learn GEM-INCS and OSTAT.
- Good verbal and written communication skills across operations, maintenance, quality, and warehouse teams.
- Strong organization, flexibility, follow-through, and the ability to make accurate, calculated decisions during the shift.
- Ability to work the full second-shift schedule and support occasional weekend work during peak season.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five or more years of experience as a leadperson, team lead, or supervisor in a related field.
- Post-high-school education or relevant operations, manufacturing, supply-chain, or leadership training.
- Food or beverage manufacturing experience involving labeling, packaging, finished goods, inventory control, warehouse operations, GMPs, or quality systems.
- Experience tracking line efficiency, downtime, production reporting, materials, pallets, or inventory reconciliation through an ERP or warehouse system.
Additional Responsibilities
Leadership & Employee Development
- Train, coach, and develop labeling personnel to improve performance and job proficiency.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide regular feedback to employees.
- Address attendance, performance, and disciplinary issues in accordance with company policies.
- Foster a positive work environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement process improvements to reduce downtime, waste, and labor inefficiencies.
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for recurring production issues.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support Lean Manufacturing practices.
Production & Performance Management
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) including efficiency, downtime, labor utilization, quality defects, and material usage.
- Communicate daily production goals and performance results to employees and management.
- Ensure staffing levels are aligned with production requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and Planning departments to meet operational objectives.
- Lead or participate in shift handoff meetings and communicate operational priorities.
Additional Qualifications
Leadership Experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and hold employees accountable in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing teams of 10+ employees preferred.
Problem Solving
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
- Proven ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
Manufacturing Knowledge
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, inventory control, and equipment operation.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies preferred.
Computer & Data Analysis
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and production reporting systems.
- Ability to analyze production data and identify trends requiring corrective action.
Communication
- Ability to communicate effectively with hourly employees, management, maintenance, and quality personnel.
- Strong conflict resolution and employee relations skills.