Plastics Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

Pretium Packaging - USA

St. Charles, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), English Language, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Injection Molding, Leadership, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations Management, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Molding Processes, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Plastic Injection Molding, Plastics Manufacturing, Procedure Implementation, Production Schedule, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Safety Process, Spanish Language, Time Management
LOCATION
St. Charles, IL
POSTED
1 day ago

Lead a High-Performance Shift at Pretium Packaging

Picture your shift at our St. Charles, Illinois plant: you step onto the floor, greet your team in Spanish and English, check production schedules, and make a quick safety sweep before machines ramp up. Throughout the shift, you keep quality tight, mentor operators, and remove bottlenecks so our customers receive flawless rigid plastic containers—on time, every time.

About Pretium

Founded in 1992, Pretium Packaging is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers recognized for quality, value, and exceptional customer service. With 20 manufacturing locations across North America, we deliver innovative, high-performance packaging to a wide portfolio of brand owners throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Location

St. Charles, Illinois

What You’ll Tackle Each Shift

  • Run day-to-day operations for your team: align production schedules, assign staffing, and uphold strict quality standards.
  • Champion safety—enforce procedures, drive housekeeping, and maintain an organized work environment.
  • Onboard, train, and coach employees so they’re confident and capable at every station.
  • Monitor injection and blow molding processes, troubleshoot issues, and remove bottlenecks quickly.
  • Collaborate with fellow supervisors, maintenance, and quality to streamline workflows and improve throughput.
  • Conduct performance check-ins and provide actionable feedback and coaching.
  • Stay current on industry trends and best practices to keep our processes competitive.

What You Bring

  • Fluency in Spanish (read, write, speak) is required.
  • 2+ years in a supervisory role within plastics manufacturing; injection and/or blow molding experience preferred.
  • Deep understanding of plastics production processes and equipment.
  • Clear, confident leadership and communication skills with a strong presence on the plant floor.
  • Ability to diagnose complex production problems and implement effective solutions.
  • Excellent organization and time management across changing priorities.
  • Willingness to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
  • Proficiency with IQMS, Microsoft Office, and related applications.

Tools & Technologies

  • Injection Molding Machines
  • Blow Molding Machines
  • IQMS ERP and MS Office Suite

Why Pretium

We manufacture rigid plastic containers for many of the most recognized brands in the marketplace. Our plants run with an unwavering focus on safety, performance, and continuous improvement—giving you the platform to lead, grow, and make visible impact every shift.

About the Company

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Pretium Packaging - USA