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Supervisor - Paper Packaging

Waukegan, IL • On-site

inteplast
Plastics Product Manufacturing

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


Inteplast rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

TITLE:   Production Supervisor/Paper Packaging 

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Supervisor will support and guide machine operators in efficiently running their machines.  This role requires a hands-on approach, with the supervisor being actively involved in machine operations. 

Positions open for first and second shifts Monday – Friday with some Saturdays.

Training is required on first shift.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in troubleshooting and maintaining production machinery.
  • Prior experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in food packaging.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and act decisively.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly instruct and support machine operators.
  • Bilingual Spanish is required.
  • Willingness to learn and operate new machinery, with an ability to adapt to changing production needs.
  • Ability to manage time effectively balancing supervision, troubleshooting, and learning new equipment.
  • Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
  • Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Learn the basic machine operations to understand the processes. 
  • Provide day-to-day supervision and support to machine operators, ensuring machines are running efficiently and production goals are met.
  • Assist operators in diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues with machinery, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining production flow.
  • Train and mentor machine operators on best practices, safety protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing issues as they arise to ensure smooth operation across the production floor.
  • Monitor production quality to ensure products meet all relevant standards and specifications.
  • Ensure all production activities comply with company safety policies and industry regulations.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:

  • Fast-paced production floor with exposure to machinery noise and variable temperatures.
  • Must adhere to all safety regulations, including the use of PPE.

TRAINING:

  • Must complete ongoing training as required.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, ELECTRONIC DEVICES & SOFTWARE:

  • Must have experience with basic hand tools.
  • Must have experience with Microsoft Software.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds as necessary.

BENEFITS:

  • Clean work environment
  • PTO after 90 days
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company paid short term and LTD
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Voluntary life insurance
  • 401k with match

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