Die Cutting Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Role Overview:

The Die Cutting Supervisor will oversee daily operations within the Die Cutting Department during the third shift, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, safety procedures, and operational priorities are consistently maintained.

The ideal candidate will have direct die cutting experience within a manufacturing or packaging environment. Candidates with strong, solid manufacturing supervision experience from another industry will also be considered. This is a hands-on supervisory role responsible for production workflow, personnel, equipment, quality, and day-to-day operational issues.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Direct die cutting experience in a manufacturing, packaging, corrugated, or related production environment preferred.
• Strong, solid manufacturing supervision experience will also be considered.
• Previous experience supervising production personnel and daily manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of production workflow, scheduling, quality control, and workplace safety procedures.
• Experience monitoring production output, waste, downtime, and overall efficiency.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to production and equipment issues.
• Experience coordinating with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and other departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish preferred.

Personal Attributes / Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills in a production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills when addressing operational issues.
• High attention to detail when monitoring production and quality standards.
• Effective communication and team coordination across departments.
• Strong organization and prioritization when managing multiple production needs.
• Hands-on approach to production floor supervision.
• Accountability and follow-through in managing daily production responsibilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the production floor during the shift.
• Move throughout the facility to monitor production, equipment, workflow, and personnel.
• Work around die cutting machinery, moving equipment, and industrial materials.
• Maintain alertness and situational awareness while working around active production equipment.
• Follow all required PPE, OSHA, and plant safety procedures.
• Support extended shifts or overtime when operationally required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise Die Cutting Operations: Oversee daily Die Cutting Department activities and personnel during the third shift.
• Coordinate Production Workflow: Organize production priorities, staffing, and workflow to maintain scheduled output.
• Monitor Production Performance: Track production output, downtime, waste, and overall department efficiency.
• Maintain Quality Standards: Ensure products meet established quality requirements and customer specifications.
• Lead Production Personnel: Provide direction, supervision, and support to employees throughout the shift.
• Manage Staffing & Assignments: Coordinate employee assignments and coverage to support production requirements.
• Address Production Issues: Identify and resolve day-to-day equipment, workflow, quality, and personnel issues.
• Coordinate Equipment Maintenance: Communicate equipment issues to Maintenance and support timely repairs.
• Enforce Safety Procedures: Ensure employees follow company safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe operating practices.
• Monitor Waste & Efficiency: Identify opportunities to reduce waste, minimize downtime, and improve production efficiency.
• Maintain Production Records: Ensure production information, reports, and shift documentation are accurately completed.
• Communicate Shift Updates: Provide management and other departments with updates regarding production status, issues, staffing, and priorities.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, Production, and Management to maintain efficient operations.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Identify practical opportunities to improve productivity, quality, safety, and workflow.
• Maintain an Organized Work Area: Ensure the production area and equipment remain organized and employees follow established procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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