Production Supervisor

Shift Supervisor Build a Career, Not Just a Job Join ALPLA, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions serving some of the world's most recognized brands, including P&G, Unilever, L'Oral, PepsiCo, and many more. As a family-owned company with locations around the world, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to start a new career, we provide the support and development you need to succeed. At ALPLA, we invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers. What You Can Expect from ALPLA Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Childcare and dependent care savings programs Paid vacation and holidays Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs Career growth and advancement opportunities Employee recognition programs Hands-on training and professional development A stable, growing company committed to sustainability Ready to Build Your Future? Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is supported, and your career can grow with a global industry leader. Apply today and discover what a career at ALPLA can offer. 7AM-7:30PM (2-2-3 schedule) Position Summary To be the front-line leader responsible for supervising and coordinating all tasks of assigned personnel and to execute the defined production plan safely, efficiently, and to quality standards, while ensuring that all equipment operates at peak efficiency to meet company-assigned goals. The Shift Supervisor leads production by effectively prioritizing work, making timely and sound decisions, communicating clearly across all levels, and driving consistent production results in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Main Responsibilities Holds full accountability for organizing and executing shift operations, including effective management of all assigned resources (direct and indirect), setting priorities, and aligning labor and equipment to meet production demand. The Shift Supervisor directly supervises production operators and directs the on-shift activities of technical personnel by establishing priorities, sequencing work, and coordinating timing in alignment with production needs Establish and sustain high shift morale and performance by clearly communicating objectives and results, maintaining disciplined focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, and addressing performance issues or conduct issues promptly, consistently, and fairly. Execute the shift production plan by integrating all available information (production schedules, available resources, and prior-shift reports), while ensuring accurate, timely reporting and a thorough, well-prepared handoff to the incoming shift that will include completed reports, equipment cleaned and materials prepared for production. Continuously monitor and audit production performance against key indicators (output, quality, and timeliness) and initiate timely corrective actions and countermeasures to address deviations. Essential Functions Running Production Area Accountable to ensure parts are produced and packaged in correct quantities and in accordance with specifications. Accurately completes production reports and records goods produced, quality concerns, and issues encountered to guarantee smooth and informed shift changeovers. Actively monitors and enforces quality processes to ensure deviations are identified, contained, and corrected at the earliest possible time. Prioritizes tasks and allocates labor and resources to maintain workflow, meet the production plan, and minimize downtime. Makes timely, sound decisions to support safety, quality, and production output. Coordinates technical staff activities (maintenance, process, downstream, etc.) during the shift and clearly communicates priorities to technical personnel. Reviews recurring equipment or process issues, follows established escalation procedures promptly, and ensures appropriate leadership and technical support are engaged. Validates completion of countermeasures. Drives technical and production teams working together seamlessly to reduce downtime and sustain equipment performance. Accurately maintains safety, housekeeping and operational records and certifies that production areas meet cleanliness and organization standards at all times. Provides thorough and accurate handover reporting to the incoming shift, including production status, quality concerns, equipment conditions, staffing issues, and open action items. Evaluates, in collaboration with the shift team, critical issues, concerns, roadblocks; develops practical solutions and engages the team in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities in coordination with the Continuous Improvement lead. Employee Compliance Enforcing employee adherence to company policies and procedures. Establishes safe employee behavior by enforcing regulations. Holds accountability for the timely execution of employee training plans. Leading the Team Fosters teamwork, sets expectations, and reinforces accountability. Assesses training needs and supports employee development and growth. Takes ownership of staffing coverage for operations, absenteeism, and holidays. Accurately records time and attendance in a timely manner. Conducts regular performance evaluations identifying high performance/high potential employees. Proposes measures to develop high performing/high potential employees while promptly exiting poor performers. Communicates effectively with employees and leadership. Actively engages self and team in continuous improvement and lean initiatives by identifying gaps and collaborating cross-functionally to implement sustainable improvements. Maintains reasonable availability to support issue resolution when not physically present. Enforces and executes safety standards, training and the ALPLA Golden Safety Rules. Performance Metrics Efficiency Safety Quality Skill level of shift team Waste Production target achievement Talent development Competencies Directs Work Develops Talent Nimble Learning Plans and Aligns Manages Conflict Resourcefulness Customer Focus Qualifications and Requirements Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required Technical engineering background preferred. Supervisory experience > 5 years required, preferably in plastics industry. Experience in high-volume facilities producing millions of parts per week. Supervisory experience over at least 10 operators per shift. Plastics injection molding experience preferred. Strong process knowledge Advanced computer skills Ability to train personnel. Strong leadership and communication skills. Effective decision-making and prioritization. Ability to develop talent and grow the team. Ability to drive production performance and maintain standards. Understands end-to-end processes and material flows and recognizes the cost impact of operational decisions. It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA).