Production Supervisor - First Shift - kdc/one Columbus

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Join the KDC/ONE Columbus Team as a 1st Shift Production Supervisor!

Are you ready to lead in a dynamic environment where innovation meets excellence? KDC/ONE Columbus is part of the global KDC/ONE network, a best-in-class manufacturer of beauty and personal care products. With over 15,000 passionate employees across 25 manufacturing sites worldwide, we bring ideas to life formulating, designing, packaging, and producing for top beauty brands.

We're looking for an experienced 1st Shift Production Supervisor to drive efficiency, quality, and team engagement on our packaging lines. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced settings, we want YOU on our team!

What Youll Do:

• Lead and oversee packaging line operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Foster a positive, high-performance team culture through coaching and training.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, maintenance, warehouse, and planning teams to optimize production.
• Implement Lean manufacturing principles to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and labor utilization.
• Monitor and control costs related to labor, inventory, and equipment downtime.
• Ensure adherence to FDA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving strategies.
• Support workplace safety by enforcing company policies and participating in investigations when needed.

What You Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelors degree in engineering, Business, or related field preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a filling/packaging environment (cosmetics or pharmaceuticals preferred).
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

• Be part of an industry-leading global company that values innovation and teamwork.
• Enjoy a fast-paced work environment with opportunities to grow.
• Competitive compensation package including 11 paid holidays and a competitive paid time off package.

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Apply today and be part of beauty and personal care product manufacturing!

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.