Production Supervisor 1st shift

Production SupervisorLocation: Woodridge, IL 60517 Hire Type: Direct Hire Shift: 1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Salary: $80,000 - $95,000Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement.Sterling Engineering is partnering with a plastics manufacturing organization seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily production operations on 1st shift. This hands-on leadership role will be responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement while overseeing blow molding and filling operations. ResponsibilitiesLead daily production activities and ensure the achievement of safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale objectives Manage and sustain daily management systems through coaching and mentoring production employees Plan staffing levels and adjust shift schedules based on production requirements Drive continuous improvement initiatives including 6S, changeover improvements, and Lean Manufacturing activities Develop and execute training plans for machine operators and production personnel Coordinate production schedules, material verification, and crew assignments Partner cross-functionally to ensure production goals are achieved Maintain and update work instructions and standard operating procedures Enforce safety, quality, and housekeeping standards throughout the facility Conduct audits, investigate incidents, and support corrective action activities Monitor production performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement QualificationsMinimum of 7 years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment Hands-on experience with blow molding and filling operations is required Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a production environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel Bilingual English/Spanish is required Preferred BackgroundPlastics manufacturing experience strongly preferred Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or nationality.