Hybrid 1st Shift Production Supervisor presso Green Bay Packaging

Production Supervisor Overview:

Green Bay Packaging continues to grow and has an exciting opportunity for a Production Supervisor at its newly built manufacturing plant in Aurora, Illinois.  The operation consists of a 74,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility with hot melt adhesive coaters and slitting machines.  We operate two shifts, 5 days a week with approximately 30 hourly employees.

Job Responsibilities:

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for the organization and leadership of the production environment, working with manufacturing management to build an atmosphere committed to superior quality and service.  The primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to safety, quality, training, teamwork, and productivity. The production supervisor will oversee activities directly relating to the making of products within the plant. The supervisor will provide direction, vision, and employee development through training. Responsible for establishing and maintaining plans to ensure continued development of the work environment. Monitor safety and environmental programs. Manage staff, prepare work schedules and assign specific duties. Help to establish and implement policies, goals, and objectives.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Production Supervisor experience, preferably with adhesive coatings and pressure sensitive adhesive materials and/or web handling
• Minimum 2-year Associates Degree in Manufacturing preferred
• An open and cooperative management style to help drive cultural change
• A commitment to Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma and 5S principles
• Excellent organization, communication, and motivation skills
• The ability to develop and achieve operational goals and objectives
• The ability to utilize operational analytics to develop a data-driven decision-making culture

In addition, a certification in Certified Maintenance & Reliability (CMRP) and Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division. Starting wage $35.00 per hour, negotiable based on experience. 

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.