Production Shift Manager

We are seeking a Production Shift Manager who excels at leading people—someone who can motivate, coach, and develop teams to consistently perform at their best. While familiarity with manufacturing environments is valuable, success in this role is driven by leadership, communication, and the ability to build a strong, accountable team culture.

The Production Shift Manager oversees the safe and efficient manufacturing of quality products by effectively managing manpower, materials, and equipment. This role directs the activities of the extrusion, converting, and printing departments, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, production schedules, and quality standards. Responsibilities include planning work, assigning tasks, assisting in hiring, training new employees, and consistently enforcing company policies.

This position follows a 2-2-3 schedule. Strong preference for candidates open to night shift.

Petoskey Plastics aspires to stand out as an industry leader in sustainability, using advanced recycling technology to manufacture high-quality films, bags, and resins from post-consumer materials. Our commitment to eco-friendly innovation sets us apart, as we strive to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities. If you are seeking a family-oriented company that values career growth and provides robust paid training, explore the comprehensive benefits listed below to see how Petoskey Plastics can support your professional journey.

We’re headquartered in Petoskey where our Lake Michigan shores are clasped by rhythmic waves of seafoam and cobalt. We’re honored to have roots in Texas, Tennessee, and Indiana as our production has expanded over the years. Our custom-engineered solutions tackle a variety of industries, including automotive, industrial, institutional, retail, construction, home improvement, medical, and more.

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A few of our over 20 competitive benefits:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits - valued at $4/hr over your base pay!

• PTO

• Petoskey Plastics pays 3% of your annual earnings into your 401k regardless of your contribution!

• Profit Sharing

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Wellness Reimbursement (up to $400 annually)

• Life Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability

Responsibilities

• Promote workplace safety and lead the team's Safety Program
• Lead safety discussions with associates, and audit their safety practices during walk arounds
• Be present for scheduled shifts and attend management team meetings, as necessary
• Review, suggest improvements, and adhere to the issued production schedule
• Evaluate staffing levels, maintain budgeted headcount for operational needs, and collaborate with HR to fill any gaps
• Provide on the job training for associates in all areas of their job duties
• Uphold housekeeping standards by inspecting each line and updating line charts with relevant data and comments
• Assist in planning for job changes with line technicians and conduct daily audits of operator performance
• Identify limiting factors of production and make recommendations for continual improvement
• Prepare work orders for repairs, submit requisitions for replacement of equipment, and submit requests for preventive maintenance
• Document department procedure and work instructions, updating as needed
• Approve time and attendance records and assignments across multiple departments using timekeeping software
• Accurately complete production reports and detail run time reports
• Collaborate with HR to conduct coaching sessions for associates
• Adhere to and consistently enforce company policies
• Maintain accurate records for safety, production, scrap quality, and HR
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS), including QA scrap and first piece approvals
• Schedule regular communication meetings to promote team building and continuous improvement
• Report all safety, human resources, quality, scrap and production issues to manager
• Attend training seminars, as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Education

• High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree

Experience

• 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing or a closely related field

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• PE Blown Film experience, preferred
• Ability to individually coach and provide performance management
• Proven track record of meeting quantitative metrics
• Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving skills
• Continuous Improvement – create and implement projects
• Strong and effective leadership with the ability to motivate a team
• Dedication to Quality Management System
• Safety, production, scrap and quality oriented
• Excel skills with the ability to chart, graph, and track inventory
• Proficient in blueprint reading and mechanical tasks

Essential Functions

• Regular and Reliable Attendance
• Reading
• Writing
• Visual Acuity
• Ascend/Descend Stairways and Platforms with Heights of up to 50+ feet
• Standing for 12 hours
• Walking
• Bending
• Twisting
• Reaching
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Lifting/Carrying up to 30 pounds (higher weights require a two-person lift)
• Concentration