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POSITION SUMMARY:

To efficiently manage the day-to-day operation of the shift manufacturing function while producing top quality and safe beverage products following company policies and procedures.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.

• Directs a work force of between 15 and 20 hourly employees, including line machine operators, lab technicians and mechanics.
• Works closely with other shift production supervisors for exchange of information and to assure continuity of production activities across shifts.
• Partner with Maintenance Supervisor to coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance of production equipment; Quality Control Manager to coordinate quality control activities and corrective actions; Warehouse Supervisors to coordinate availability of materials stored in warehouse; Logistics Supervisor and outside vendor logistics dispatchers to coordinate Just-in-Time synchronization of raw material deliveries.
• Disseminate production procedures and union contract, ensures adherence to work rules and administers disciplinary action.
• Monitor equipment operation, coordinating raw materials, preparing reports, motivating and supervising plant employees.
• Supervise production personnel to achieve production efficiency and cost goals.
• Supervise employees to manufacture quality products in adherence to company quality policies and procedures.
• Achieve accurate work order processing and receiving of raw materials (bottles, cans, etc.).
• Develop and monitor employee performance and perform employee evaluations.
• Maintain a safe environment and enforce safety procedures and practices.
• Achieve standard efficiency goals and operate with breakage under 0.25% on a consistent basis. Operate with raw material loss under 1%.
• Ensure that production schedule is completed, and all production work orders are processed on a timely basis. Communicate with logistics personnel on any potential delays or deviations from schedule.
• Ensure that employees run equipment at target speeds, operating equipment effectively, attending to issues quickly and safely. Ensure operators report downtime and equipment issues accurately.
• Ensure that operators and lab technicians perform flavor changeovers with correct timing, correct product and correct materials, with minimum downtime and material loss. Investigate any deviations and report them for discussion and improvement.
• Monitor raw material usage and waste during shift maintaining awareness of syrup batch yields, bottle loss and low-fill rejects, etc. Contribute with practical suggestions to reduce waste.
• Review operator process and downtime logs, initial them in real time and take action to address repetitive issues. Ensure that operators have access to required process control blank sheets.
• Monitor production processes while on the production floor, researching opportunities for improvement and proposing solutions. Engage crew in line meetings or discussions of line issues in order to gather suggestions and improvements.
• Work closely with shift mechanics, discussing operational and mechanical issues and facilitating agreement to resolve repetitive issues. Submit maintenance work requests as dictated by operational issues.
• Monitor shift mechanics’ performance, ensuring prompt response to line issues and providing guidance related to production line priorities. Communicate performance issues to maintenance management and follow up on performance improvement plans and disciplinary action, if needed.
• Perform administrative duties effectively, including preparation of manning schedule for regular work week and overtime shifts, labor coding for payroll approval, and downtime reporting.
• Communicate with logistics and other supervisors to ensure adequate supply of raw materials to maintain production continuity across all shifts.
• Ensure that raw material shipments are accurately processed in inventory system and put away following SOP's and FIFO procedures. Ensure that used pallets and dunnage are returned following SOP’s.
• Perform safety inspections of production areas monthly. Ensure employees run equipment following safety best practices and SOP’s. Ensure that employees wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as determined by safety procedures. Report unsafe conditions, including those reported by employees. Report safety incidents and lost time accidents immediately.
• Report immediately any condition that may contaminate or make products and packages unsafe.
• Review operators’ process control and packaging inspection log sheets, ensuring inspections are taking place in a timely manner and take action to address operational issues reported.
• Report and take action in response to raw material quality issues, segregate defective materials, and ensure operators and lab technicians gather defective samples of product or raw materials including lot number information.
• Ensure that quality issues are addressed on a timely manner so that defects are kept to a minimum and product on hold is minimized.
• Ensure that subordinates maintain work station area and equipment clean, follow Housekeeping SOP's and keep cleaning tools in their proper location. Enforce and ensure that employees follow Good Manufacturing Practices as trained.
• Ensure that employees report at their stations in time and in uniform, take their breaks at specified times and do not leave work stations unattended.
• Report all attendance incidents via email and submit log sheet to HR on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as required.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION:

• Five years manufacturing line supervisory experience.
• Beverage, food or other fast paced packaging line experience.
• Maintenance and quality control experience highly desirable.
• Effective team builder with demonstrated abilities providing leadership in a unionized environment.
• Demonstrated superior problem-solving skills and ability to drive process improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated and self-directed.
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines while dealing with complexity.
• Good time management and effective decision-making skills.
• Ability to write reports and compile accurate records.
• Good Microsoft Office skills and manufacturing planning/controlling applications.
• Ability to work during off-shift hours including night shift and weekends.
• Good understanding of industrial safety.

We offer a competitive salary of $80-95k. Excellent benefits which include medical, dental and vision. Eligibility in benefit plans begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Six (6) days of sick leave; two (2) weeks of vacation accrued throughout the year; nine (9) Company Paid Holidays and a 401K Plan with employer match.

EOE without regard to race, color, religion, creed, affectional or sexual orientation or sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, gender, gender identity, citizenship status, marital status, VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Position Overview

GZ Printpak LLC is seeking a 2nd shift Production Supervisor to lead evening manufacturing operations. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing production teams on the floor and ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and performance goals are achieved.

The Production Supervisor serves as the primary point of leadership for the shift and is expected to maintain a consistent floor presence. This role requires strong communication skills, hands-on leadership, and the ability to manage people, processes, and performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Supervisor plays an active role in continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support production teams during 2nd shift operations with full accountability for shift performance
• Own and achieve key production KPIs, including production output, labor efficiency, OEE, scrap rate, and related performance targets
• Monitor daily production performance related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and team effectiveness
• Lead performance analysis and develop action plans to address gaps, improve results, and sustain improvements
• Ensure safety rules, quality standards, and work instructions are followed, and actively create, update, and improve production standards
• Coordinate staffing, coverage, attendance, and shift priorities to meet production requirements
• Onboard and train new team members, including temporary employees, ensuring proper qualification and skill development
• Provide on-the-job coaching to reinforce standards, build capability, and support continuous improvement
• Ensure production boards and shift communication boards are accurate and up to date
• Address production issues promptly and escalate concerns when appropriate
• Promote a positive, respectful, and engaged team environment

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience required
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Prior leadership, coordinator, or lead experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently during overnight hours
• Ability to lead from the production floor
• Familiarity with production systems, safety standards, and continuous improvement practices

GZ Printpak LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Description

CCL Industries is a global leader in specialty packaging & Labeling solutions, offering a wide range of innovative products. These include extruded and laminated plastic tubes, folded instructional leaflets, and precision-printed components with LED displays, among others. CCL also operates Avery, the world's largest supplier of labels, specialty media, and software for short-run digital printing. Additionally, the company includes CCL Container, a top producer of aluminum aerosol cans and bottles for consumer packaged goods in the United States. With its diversified product portfolio, CCL serves a variety of end-use markets worldwide.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Production Supervisor - Labeling & Packaging, based in Hightstown, NJ. The Production Supervisor will oversee and coordinate labeling and packaging operations to ensure efficient workflows. Responsibilities include managing production schedules, overseeing production planning, and ensuring quality standards are consistently met. The role involves directing and supporting production staff, addressing any operational issues, and adhering to safety protocols within the facility.

Essential Functions

• Oversees daily production operations to ensure scheduled jobs are completed safely, accurately, and on time.
• Leads, trains, and supports production staff, promoting teamwork, efficiency, and adherence to company policies.
• Monitors production equipment and workflows to maintain quality standards and minimize downtime.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations, cGMP, and operational procedures at all times.
• Coordinates material needs, machine setups, and job changeovers to maintain continuous production flow.
• Troubleshoots production issues and implements corrective actions to improve performance and reduce waste.
• Tracks and reports production metrics, including output, quality, waste, and labor utilization.
• Communicates effectively with leadership, quality, logistics, and other departments to support overall plant operations.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean, 5S, and process optimization efforts.

Qualifications

• Flexographic printing experience is strongly preferred for this role.
• Strong Supervisory Skills, including team leadership and employee development
• Experience in Production Planning and Production Schedules to manage efficient workflows
• Competency in Production Management practices to ensure operational efficiency and quality
• Excellent Communication skills, including the ability to provide clear direction and foster collaboration
• Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines in a packaging or manufacturing environment
• Problem-solving and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Previous experience in labeling or packaging industries is a plus
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, or a related field is preferred

Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Skill in operating computer systems with a proficiency in Word/Excel and ability to learn AS400.
• Ability to speak effectively and present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, vendors, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Compensation: $80,000 – $93,000 per year

Schedule: Monday-Friday: 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:00pm) or 3rd shift (11:00pm-7:00am)

Working Conditions/Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and ink vapors. The noise level is usually loud.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or operate pressroom equipment and tools, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, and lift at least 50 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color-vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

**Must Have Experience in fast-paced, complex manufacturing operations**

Production Manager Summary:

The Production Manager organizes and controls the manufacturing functions of the plant in order to assemble quality products efficiently, on time, and profitably.

Production Manager Responsibilities:

• Direct and supervise Team Leaders and all production Team Members to ensure correct, accurate, and timely completion of production and delivery schedules.
• Reporting plant labor operating efficiencies and machine utilization to the management staff.
• Responsible for conducting performance evaluations for the Production Supervisor position.
• Leading production in timely continuous improvement activities.
• Ensuring that standards are met with regard to production, quality, and safety.
• Maintaining a safe work environment, and the general 5S housekeeping activities of the production floor.
• Assisting in evaluating cause and elimination of downtime by directing 8D corrective actions when problems occur that need to be addressed.
• Has the authority to make decisions, along with the Operations Manager, regarding the personnel that assemble products at this facility to include coordinating the staff and scheduling of personnel needed to operate the lines.
• Proactive in resolving problem and/or conflicts.
• Consistently demonstrates a positive management approach and actively participates in various meetings.
• Institute and maintain safe work practices and capability of direction plant emergencies.
• Oversees the training and development of supervisor, Team leaders and Technicians in the sociological and technological aspects of their responsibilities.
• Ensure strict compliance with Quality Control standards and promote the company’s reputation and image as a quality producer.
• Communicate and counsel with all employees to maintain a high level of understanding.
• Manage employees in such a way as to promote and maintain a high level of trust and integrity with all employees.
• Analyze production to determine where improvements may be made, which will contribute to plant profitability.
• Complies with all Company Safety policies, procedures and rules.

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills.
• Manufacturing experience including several years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to create visual aids for communication purposes.
• Must be able to work an Off Shift.

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Department: Manufacturing / Operations

Reports To: Production Manager / Plant Manager

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily food manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality and food safety standards. This role leads production staff, coordinates workflow, enforces Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and drives continuous improvement across assigned production lines or shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations

• Supervise day-to-day production activities to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets
• Monitor production schedules and adjust staffing or workflow as needed
• Ensure efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment
• Troubleshoot production issues and minimize downtime

Food Safety & Quality

• Enforce GMPs, HACCP, sanitation, and food safety policies at all times
• Ensure compliance with FDA/USDA regulations and company quality standards
• Conduct line checks, documentation reviews, and corrective actions
• Support audits and inspections (internal, customer, regulatory)

People Leadership

• Lead, train, and motivate production employees
• Assign work, monitor performance, and provide coaching and feedback
• Enforce company policies, safety rules, and attendance standards
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations

Safety

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety policies
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe work practices

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and cost control
• Participate in Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement initiatives
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs)

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in food manufacturing or production environment
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of food safety regulations (GMP, HACCP)
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills (ERP systems, Microsoft Office)

SUMMARY
Responsible for managing the inventory levels of new product qualifications, pre-pilot and portions of the pilot assemblies associated with SMT and/or DF activities.