Production Supervisor
Ox Specialty Paper, LLC – Carthage, NY
Salary:$70,000–$80,000 per year (FLSA Exempt Position) (Based on Experience)
Schedule: 8-hour rotating shifts (Southern Swing)
Job Title: Production Supervisor
Reports To: Mill Superintendent
Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Legal, Company paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match, Paid Vacation Time, Sick/Personal Time Off, and Floating Holidays.
Purpose of Position
The primary role of a Production Supervisor at the Carthage, NY Mill is to ensure the workplace is safe and to manage and coordinate the efforts of hourly mill employees; ensure that production specifications are met with a high standard of quality; ensure compliance with all standards, policies, regulations, for the safe, environmentally sound production of a quality product. The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in supporting Ox Industries culture and key behaviors. In addition, as a shift supervisor, you will be responsible for oversight of work for all hourly production employees, planning shift schedules, monitor output, and resolve issues.
How You Will Impact Ox Industries
- Administers and models safety in his/her area of responsibility; participates in and enforces the safety program for the shift employees; reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all shift employees. Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and plant safety standards.
- Coordinates maintenance activities on shift.
- Oversee and ensure the adherence of work in progress and finished good product to company, industry, and customer specifications at minimum cost and with optimum efficiency.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot production and quality related issues, determine root cause and implement sustainable solutions.
- Direct, train and coach employees.
- Direct and execute daily production requirements.
- Meet or exceed productivity goals.
- Maintain waste generation (trim, cull), at or below budgeted standard.
- Inspect the finished product to ensure quality specifications are met.
- Management of employees to include performance feedback, coaching for improvement and discipline, as appropriate.
- Maintain housekeeping excellence.
- Ensure all production and employee reporting is completed timely and accurately for each shift.
- Participate and ensure department remains compliant with industry and company audit standards.
- Create and implement standard operating procedures (SOP's)
- Maintains compliance with all environmental policies and procedures; ensures that all city, county, state, and federal regulations
What You Need to Succeed
Must Haves:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years in supervisory or management role
- Experience in manufacturing environment, prior knowledge and work history in the paper industry is highly favored
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
- Strong commitment to working safe, good communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Impressive safety record
- Organizational skills
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position will be evaluated
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Undergraduate degrees or professional certificates are highly favored
- Experience with Southern Swing Shiftwork is a plus
If you’re ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career with a company that values safety, teamwork, and growth, apply today.
Ox Specialty Paper, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates are required to take and pass a Drug Test & Physical
The mill operates 24/7 on a 4 crew, Southern Swing Rotation so you will work 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift each month.
- 3rd shift (10pm - 6am) Off Sunday the work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
- Work Sunday then Off Monday and Tuesday. Work 2nd shift (2pm - 10pm) Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
- Work Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday then Off Wednesday and Thursday. Work 1st shift (6am - 2pm) Friday and Saturday
- Work Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday then Off Friday and Saturday
