Production Supervisor
Glens Falls, NY 
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Production Supervisor
Glens Falls, NY, USA Req #2201
Tuesday, February 13, 2024

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

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, is the company for you. Check out the to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

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 retail 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 of all existing and any new production equipment - create and/or review training documentation to ensure it's 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 timely manner.
  • Analyze and submit daily reporting on performance and progress as it relates to production, quality, safety, staffing, and regular maintenance duties.
  • Own all KPIs to ensure the team is meeting or exceeding targets, and implement process change that would minimize waste levels and meets all customer requirements.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives and provide problem solving and resolution skills for departmental issues.
  • Adheres to, and manages to, the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations including all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Enforces standards and guidelines amongst team.
  • Assure quality and accuracy of production standards. Promptly reports all quality defects to the appropriate team members.
  • Enable team members to meet or exceed production rates, minimize waste levels, and meets all customer requirements.
  • Ensure production reporting data is entered into ERP and cascade information to next shift.
  • Attends meetings and completes safety trainings as required and hold team accountable to do the same.
  • Provide direct supervision of production team members, which includes all employee relations issues, corrective action, performance management, merit/compensation recommendations, hiring, and terminations.
  • Provide evaluation to each team member through regular performance feedback processes (30/60/90, progressive discipline, performance management, etc.)
  • Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis' core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovation * Performs other job-related duties as assigned by management.
  • If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship to the business.

Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

  • Strong leadership skills - ability to motivate and influence team members.
  • Ability to communicate respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.
  • Collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Prior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.
  • Organizational and leadership abilities
  • Self-motivated with results-driven approach.
  • Problem-solving skills * Ability to prioritize workload.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in relevant field.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • 5+ years' experience with a minimum 3 years' experience working in a supervisory position.
  • Strong Background in manufacturing
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook is required, with some knowledge of Microsoft Word/PowerPoint.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis's total compensation package. Compensation also includes a competitive benefits package and may also include bonuses, and other on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is estimated to be $75-$90K.

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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.

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Other details
  • Job Family Manufacturing & Operations
  • Job Function Manufacturing & Operations
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Glens Falls, NY, USA
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
3+ years
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