Production Supervisor

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries.

The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:
034966 Production Supervisor (Open)

Job Description:

ROLE OVERVIEW: Supervises less complex teams of colleagues who perform similar production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.).

Responsibilities typically include evaluating team members for achievement of operational results and making staffing decisions for the team.

Ensures that policies, practices, and procedures are understood and followed.

Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, including experience leading colleagues.

Key Responsibilities - Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM


* Supervises the day-to-day activities of a smaller, less complex, and/or single-line production operation and monitors colleague productivity.


* Effectively implements new performance management systems, production plans, and performance criteria.

Runs shift meetings, confirms production progress, and responds to delays.

Creates and implements group improvement plans.


* Ensures team understands roles and responsibilities as they relate to the team and to Greif.


* Encourages joint problem solving, personal safety, and individual development.


* Supports GREIF mission, follows values of GREIF, and works to better GREIF’s business as a whole.


* Implements and enforces compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.


* Monitors work schedules to ensure efficient operations.


* Maintains knowledge of processes and equipment.


* Troubleshoots issues that arise.


* Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience


* Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, with experience leading colleagues.


* 2 Years of Technical School or College Preferred

Knowledge and Skills


* In-depth understanding of production operations and processes.


* Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.


* Strong verbal and written communication skills.


* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


* Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet d...