Sr. Production Supervisor - Nights

SR. PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - NIGHTS

Rome, GA

Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts on a 3/2 rotating schedule

Pay: $75,000 to $85,000/year depending on experience

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

A flexible packaging manufacturer in Rome, GA (flexographic printing and extrusion lamination, SQF food-safety plant) is adding a Sr. Production Supervisor to run its night shift. You oversee day-to-day production on the shift, lead and develop a team of 25 to 35 people with 1 Production Lead reporting to you, and keep safety, quality and output on target. Reports to the Production Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Production management

- Oversee daily production so packaging products are made on time and efficiently

- Monitor production schedules, adjust priorities and make sure targets are met

- Implement and maintain SOPs for production processes

Team leadership

- Supervise, train and evaluate production staff; hold the team to company policies and safety standards

- Build a positive, team-first culture and address personnel issues promptly

- Run regular team meetings on goals, changes and updates

Quality control

- Make sure every product meets quality standards and specifications

- Work with Quality Assurance to identify and fix quality issues

- Drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency

Safety and compliance

- Enforce safety protocols and run regular safety audits and inspections

- Keep the operation compliant with local, state and federal manufacturing and packaging regulations

Equipment and maintenance

- Monitor equipment condition and arrange routine maintenance and repairs

- Work with maintenance to minimize downtime and resolve technical issues quickly

- Recommend equipment upgrades or replacements

Inventory and reporting

- Coordinate with inventory and procurement on raw materials and packaging supplies

- Keep accurate production records; report on performance, efficiency and quality metrics

- Analyze production data for trends and improvements and update the Plant Manager and senior leadership

WHAT YOU NEED

- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing, business management or a related field

- 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, packaging preferred

- Strong knowledge of production management, quality control and safety standards

- Excellent leadership and team management skills

- Proficient with production management software and Microsoft Office

- Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills

- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

WORK ENVIRONMENT

- 24/7 manufacturing operation; flexible hours as required

- Lift up to 50 lbs; on your feet for most of the shift working with plant-floor processes

- Able to tell differences in printed colors and compare to color standards for quality audits