Production Supervisor-Night Shift

Brief DescriptionEssential Functions & Key Responsibilities:Experience in leading people and teams in a manufacturing setting are required. LEAN manufacturing background. Exceptional problem solver with a strong drive for continuous improvement. Metrics/performance-oriented leader with strong communication skills. Key attributes of the successful candidate include self-starter, organized, technical aptitude, great leadership skills, ability to learn quickly, team-player, and the desire to progress within manufacturing leadership positions.Provide leadership and training to accomplish production objectives maintaining strong floor presence.Lead safety by conducting/participating in safety meetings, identify safety issues and follows-up as necessary with appropriate team members.Coordinate production activities with other departments to ensure production goals/objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.Works with operations team to ensure vacancies are covered for any planned/unplanned time off. Works with Human Resources in reporting excused/unexcused absences, as necessary.Prepares and reviews employees worked hours via timekeeping system.Establishes and monitors shift performance for safety, quality, and production standards.Enters production data accurately into system in order to measure and monitor KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) around efficiencies, downtime, inventory, and overall production.Update communication boards to keep production floor team members informed about safety, quality and efficiency metrics. Leads employee start-up meetings.Responds to employees’ questions and concerns, as necessary. Works with Human Resources for guidance in handling more sensitive employee relations issues, investigations or disciplinary matters.Works with other team members to control and improve efficiencies, minimize labor overtime, downtime and repair expenses. Implements cost effective systems around this as necessary.Promotes shop floor organization, plant housekeeping with employees lean utilizing techniques such as 5S with shift personnel.Orders any production related supplies such as boxes, labels etc. needed.Acts as first point of contact for operators regarding mechanical failure or production issues.Responsible for ensuring, where applicable, the product safety, quality, regulatory compliance and legality of all products produced and soldRequired Skills And EducationHigh School diploma, associates/bachelor’s degree preferred5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, union manufacturing environment preferred.Ability to document workflows, processes, and procedures for varying functional and organizational areas. Innovative problem solving capabilities with special attention to accuracy and detail.Ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task in high volume, fast paced work environment with a biased towards action.Experience with personal computers and materials handling equipment; knowledge of OfficeXPExcellent communication, organizational and leadership skillsMust have knowledge and understanding of OSHA requirements and safety guidelinesSummaryWhat makes Sabert a great place to work:Pay, Benefits And More.Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. To learn more about our benefits click here.Learn More About SabertWe are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining.Want more insight on what it’s like to work for Sabert? Click here to hear directly from our employees and learn more about our Company’s mission.We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process, to learn more about accommodations please call (732) 721-5544 or email HR2@sabert.com for assistance. Please do not send resumes to the above email address, applications submitted via email will not be considered unless specifically invited to do so.Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation.