Printing Team Supervisor

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Purpose: Coordinates the daily activities of the Production Team to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency while developing a team environment.  Leadership to include continuous improvement of people, process and products. Ensures product quality by utilizing statistical methods to control production processes.  Provides for a safe work environment through proper training and communications.

• Have exemplary personal conduct that demonstrates integrity, commitment, judgement and courtesy to all co-workers, customers and vendors
• Be a “Champion” of safe work behaviors through:
  • Exemplary personal safety habits
  • Stringent enforcement of Safety Rules and Procedures
  • Regular performance of safety audits for all areas of control. Audits are then used as a basis for coaching associates on safe work habits.
  • Ensure all associates receive required safety training and attend scheduled safety meetings
  • Use of Team Meetings to discuss pertinent information, “Tool Box” meetings are also considered.
• Assume responsibility for tasks with regards to team members for the following: 
  • Monitor and manage timekeeping records and vacation usage for all employees on shift.
  • Ensure new hires are appropriately trained in good manufacturing practices (GMP), quality standards and machine operations.
  • Perform timely Performance Reviews for direct reports with properly identified strengths, improvement opportunities and career development initiatives.
  • Administer and document disciplinary action as necessary with input from Operations Manager and Human Resources Manager.
  • Participates in all phases of new hire selection and advancements.
  • Provides atmosphere that fosters open, honest communication within team, with other teams and across departments.
• Motivates team members to produce products that meet or exceeds customer expectations by:
  • Using sound statistical methods
  • Ensuring team members have appropriate training and coaching in statistical methods
  • Communicating with Process Engineering and Quality personnel on customer specifications and needs
• Motivates team members to perform at or above expected levels of productivity by:
  • Coordinating team activities that support plant and company goals
  • Staffing equipment as appropriate for the work level
  • Facilitating problem solving efforts of the team
  • Works with Maintenance and Process Engineering Departments to establish operational “Best Practices”
  • Contacts appropriate resources to communicate issues and receive direction for persistent problems
• Takes actions to control emergency situations and ensures appropriate management personnel are notified

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years’ front line leadership experience.
• Plastics manufacturing environment preferred.
• Proven experience successfully coaching, training and leading teams.
• Good math skills, the ability to lead, process knowledge, problem solving skills and strong interpersonal communication skills.