Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Production Supervisor – Night Shift Location: Alsip, IL Shift: Night Shift (10‑hour schedule, Monday – Thursday, 9:00PM – 7:30AM) Overtime and weekend work as business needs dictate. Unionized, automated plastics and blow‑molding facility. Key Responsibilities Lead daily production operations in a fast‑paced, automated plastics manufacturing environment. Supervise all shift activities, including personnel, equipment, safety, quality, housekeeping, and production performance. Drive a safety‑first culture by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental requirements. Conduct shift meetings, communicate production priorities, monitor progress, and respond effectively to operational challenges. Utilize mechanical aptitude and technical expertise to troubleshoot automated production equipment, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. Make process and machine adjustments as needed to improve equipment performance, minimize downtime, and maximize efficiency. Partner with Maintenance and Engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and production performance. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including safety, productivity, downtime, waste, scrap, quality, labor utilization, and overall equipment effectiveness. Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and problem‑solving methodologies. Support root‑cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions for safety, quality, and operational issues. Maintain production reporting, run sheets, line boards, and shift documentation to track performance and identify improvement opportunities. Work closely with Shipping and Warehouse teams to support customer delivery requirements. Coach, mentor, and develop employees to improve performance, engagement, and career growth. Partner with Human Resources regarding attendance, performance management, employee relations, and disciplinary actions. Effectively manage employee relations within a unionized workforce while ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements. Promote teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the facility. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred. Minimum 5 years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience. Experience leading employees in a unionized manufacturing environment required. Experience in plastics manufacturing, blow molding, injection molding, packaging, or similar automated production operations strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting automated production equipment and making process adjustments to improve operational performance. Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on problem‑solving abilities. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies. Experience monitoring and improving production KPIs and operational metrics. Knowledge of OSHA regulations, workplace safety requirements, and environmental compliance standards. Proven ability to lead safety initiatives and drive continuous improvement. Experience managing attendance, performance, employee development, and workforce engagement. Strong communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems. Compensation & Benefits Compensation Range: $90,000.00 – $153,200.00 annually (typical new‑hire wages $96,000.00 – $99,000.00). Position may be eligible for a short‑term incentive. Benefits: Medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits effective day one. EEO Statement Greif is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. For more information, see the company’s Equal Opportunity Policy: #J-18808-Ljbffr Greif, Inc.