Supervisor, Production

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you're going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity
Supervises the activities of production personnel engaged in all facets of the manufacturing function.

Essential Job Functions:

• Implements operational strategies in assigned area(s) to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customer service, sales, human capital, cost and profitability
• Accountable for assigned area's key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance to production associates to ensure scorecard objectives are met
• Supports capacity planning process to meet internal and external customer on-time-delivery demands
• Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to support continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence
• Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the salaried and hourly production team, working closely with direct reports
• Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support and/or resolve order problems or complaints
• Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications
• Provide daily coaching and feedback to all department employees
• Assign work and monitor production orders as they arrive in department
• Monitor schedules, rush orders, hot list, call-ins, etc.
• Work with other production and support departments to reach consensus on most effective/efficient method of production
• Participate in department SQPC boards reporting out any concerns, successes, etc.
• Identify and implement process improvements and increased productivity opportunities
• Enhance internal and external department communication toward creating a cohesive work environment
• Participate in monthly department meetings and other meetings as needed to communicate policy, revisions, general updates, etc.
• Provide backup ECATS responsibilities and resolve issues with Payroll when necessary
• Assist the Department Area Manager on the following areas: weekly/daily manning requirements, overtime requirements, quality complaints
• Act as a liaison between customer and department
• Assume the roles and responsibilities of the Department Manager during scheduled vacations or unforeseen absences, ensuring seamless continuity of operations, effective team leadership, and timely decision-making to maintain departmental performance and service standards
• Coordinate preventative maintenance activities on all equipment
• Complete employee disciplinary issues and performance reviews in a timely manner and in line with employee handbook
• Work with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance
• Actively participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Safety sensitive position - ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business
• Ability to work various shifts as needed
• Ability to effectively work in teams
• Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of role
• Ability to read a tape measure/ruler
• Good communication skills
• Good mathematical skills
• Good organizational skills
• Trouble shooting skills
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Desire and willingness to commit to on-going professional development, including Menasha specific and other training and development opportunities as directed.
• Attends training and required meetings outside normal work schedule, typically two or fewer per month after initial training period.
• Strong interpersonal skills - you care about people and are passionate about helping others!
• Microsoft Office skills: Windows, Outlook, SharePoint, SAP, Word, Power Point, and Excel.
• Must have good color perception.
• Knowledge of inks and solvent characteristics and effects in different uses.

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience required

Shift:

• 3rd
  
  

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today's supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.


Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.


Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you'll have opportunities to grow.


The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.