Production Shift Supervisor - Paper Mill

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome. Job Requisition #: 030258 Production Shift Supervisor - Paper Mill (Open) Job Description: Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations. OUR VISION: Being the best customer service company in the world. OUR PURPOSE: Create packaging solutions for life's essentials. ROLE OVERVIEW: The Paper Mill Production Shift Supervisor manages stock prep, one of the mill's two paper machines, and a team of 10-15 production colleagues on a three-shift, Southern Swing rotation. This role expects to be 80% "hands-on" or "on the floor" and 20% administrative tasks. REQUIRED SHIFTS: 7-days on the 1st shift (6:00 AM-2:30 PM), followed by 4-days off, 7-days on the 2nd shift (2:00 PM-10:30 PM) followed by 1 day off, 7-days on the 3rd shift (10:00 PM-6:30 PM) followed by 2-days off. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Paper Mill Production Shift Supervisor is a high-profile position responsible for managing production colleagues and ensuring proper equipment utilization to meet or exceed safety, quality, cost, productivity, and housekeeping targets. For the right candidate, this position offers the opportunity for advancement in the organization. * Support the "The Greif Way" mission and values. Embrace a Servant Leadership approach to working with colleagues to achieve results. * Build effective relationships with all internal departments to produce a quality product, safely, on time, and in the most efficient way possible. * Be the first point of contact for Team/colleagues suggestions or concerns. * Ensure colleagues understand their roles within Greif and their responsibilities to each other. * Direct team in resolving complaints. * Communicate production issues and daily results. * Provide feedback and corrective actions to colleagues regarding their performance. * Help train new colleagues, monitor their performance; and issue corrective actions as required to develop a cohesive team. * Engage and encourage joint problem-solving, personal safety, and individual development. * Monitor work schedules to ensure efficient operations. Review colleague time sheets while verifying and approving work hours in Kronos. * Work with the production team and maintenance personnel to troubleshoot operational issues. * Enforce company rules and organizational policies related to safety, quality, cost, productivity, and housekeeping. Education and Experience * Typically possesses a Bachelor's Degree in Paper Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering OR High School Diploma, G.E.D. or skilled trade certification with at least two years of experience in the Paper Industry or related manufacturing environment Knowledge and Skills * Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills. * Previous experience in coaching, training, team building, performance development, and conflict resolution. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. * Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Computer Skills (Word, Excel) * Must be able to go up and down ladders and steps * Ability to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts required in a 24/7-week operation. * Computer Skills (Kronos, One Notes) * Lean Six Green Belt Certification * Bi-lingual English and Spanish is preferred but not required * Papermaking experience #LI-MK1 Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at . All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @ email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif. EEO Statement: We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy.

Created: 2025-03-03