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Production Supervisor-Nightt Shift

Pregis, Reno, NV, USA

Job type: Full Time


Production Supervisor

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.
Reports To: Operations Manager or Plant Manager
Department: Plant Administration
Shift: 7PM-7AM (2-2-3 Schedule)
Summary of Job

The Production Supervisor II is responsible for directing and supervising activities of a production team and shift/department and will have multiple direct reports. The right individual will have 3+ years of experience leading & managing a team in a manufacturing environment, and will ensure that safety, quality, delivery, and cost standards are achieved, while meeting waste reduction and sustainability goals. In addition, the individual in this role will be responsible for creating a culture based on integrity, customer focus, innovation, and collaboration that will enhance the department's ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent. The Production Supervisor II is responsible for all people leadership and management aspects of the department, including the interviewing and selection of talent and all components of performance management.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Drive company to achieve goals by communicating expectations, planning, monitoring, and evaluating flow of production.
Effectively manage labor to meet plant labor productivity & cost goals by coordinating work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequence
Monitor production activities, identify problems, and troubleshoot causes to develop solutions
Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly objectives, communicating them to employees to ensure alignment
Create, train, monitor, and evaluate team on safety, quality and standard operating procedures.
Train and understand all existing and new production equipment; create and/or review training documentation to ensure it is up to date and accurate
Troubleshoot processing techniques and production machinery and provide solutions for continuous improvement
Accurately record, communicate, and maintain required documentation in a timely manner.
Analyze and submit daily reporting on performance and progress as it relates to production, quality, safety, staffing, and maintenance duties.
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Ability to prioritize workload
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Environment

Exposure to moving equipment
Inside work
Heat may exceed 90°F
Humidity may exceed 80%
Noise may exceed 85 dB+
Physical Characteristics

Frequent standing, stooping, squatting (up to 75%)
Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.)
Frequent typing/keyboarding/preparing documents
Position Type

Full-time
Work outside normal hours expected based on business demand
Leaders may be expected to work off-shift and weekends
Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred in relevant field
High School diploma or equivalent required
5+ years' experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role
Strong background in manufacturing
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; working knowledge of Word/PowerPoint
Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.