PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Production Supervisor Company: GK Packaging, Inc. Location: Washington Court House, OH 43160 Job Type: Full-Time Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (12-Hour Day Shift Schedule) Compensation: $26.00 – $31.00 per hour ($63,000 – $76,000 / year) + Benefits Position Summary GK Packaging is seeking a motivated and dependable Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations for our 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM shift at our Washington Court House facility. Willing to Train: We are looking for individuals with strong leadership potential, strong communication skills, and a solid work ethic. Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided to help you master our equipment, packaging processes, and supervisory systems. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Direct, mentor, and motivate shift operators and material handlers across a 12-hour schedule to foster a positive, team-oriented work environment. Production Operations: Oversee packaging lines and machinery from 7 AM to 7 PM to meet daily output schedules and delivery targets. Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA safety standards, plant rules, and proper PPE protocols; conduct daily safety walk-throughs and shift briefings. Quality Control: Monitor product quality during shift runs to ensure customer specifications are met; report and address defects promptly. Operational Training: Participate in comprehensive hands-on supervisor training on packaging machinery, line management, and team leadership. Shift Handover & Reporting: Track shift metrics (output, downtime) and complete smooth handovers with the incoming evening shift leadership. Qualifications & Requirements Experience: 1+ years in a manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or lead/assistant lead role preferred (willing to train candidates with strong leadership traits). Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Core Aptitude: strong mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn packaging equipment and processes. Soft Skills: Excellent communication, reliability, problem-solving mindset, and ability to manage shift conflict effectively. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move across the plant floor during a 12-hour shift and lift up to 35 lbs. Benefits & Perks Paid On-the-Job Training & Leadership Development Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay Internal Advancement Opportunities Additional Responsibilities Team Leadership: Direct, mentor, and evaluate shift operators and material handlers across a 12-hour schedule to foster a high-performance, team-oriented work environment. Production Operations: Oversee packaging lines, automated machinery, and material flow from 7 AM to 7 PM to meet daily production schedules and output targets. Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA safety standards, plant rules, and proper PPE protocols; conduct safety audits and daily shift briefings. Quality Assurance: Ensure all packaged products meet strict customer quality standards and specifications; resolve quality defects promptly. Continuous Improvement: Identify workflow bottlenecks and lead root-cause problem solving (5S, Lean Manufacturing practices). Shift Handover & Reporting: Track shift metrics (OEE, scrap rates, downtime) and conduct thorough, structured handovers with the incoming evening shift supervisor. Essential Functions working up to 8 hrs of overtime per week working weekends Skills Coaching Manufacturing Leading Operations Managing Motivating Production Control Influencing Qualifications Years of experience: 0 years Experience level: Entry Level Equal Opportunity Employer Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Experience Entry Level Education High School #J-18808-Ljbffr Randstad Deutschland