Sr Production Supervisor

Description

As aSrProductionSupervisor, DigitalwithLiberty Packaging,you will be responsible for leading and developingthe productionteam on our high-speed digital printerwith multiple person crews.This position is a key owner of theday-to-dayoperations of the digital printer. Duties will includeworking withemployeesproviding constructive feedback and coaching, organizingworkflow,andanalyzingthe efficiency ofmanufacturingprocess.

This position reports tothe Plant Superintendentand is located at ourGolden Valley, MNmanufacturing facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage day-to-day operations by leading teams within a designated area, including: overseeing production metrics, employee's placement, providing direction, guiding teams through problem solving and production challenges. Ensure operational KPIs are met (safety, waste reduction, quality control, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping).
• Lead department or work center teams through execution of observation-based safety programs, emphasizing the importance of safety hazard identification and proactive safety measures. Conduct regular safety huddles to communicate initiatives, coach safe practices, and recognize safety accomplishments and behaviors.
• Lead and support site safety investigations by actively participating in resolving opportunities to maintain a safe work environment, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Oversees quality processes and audits to meet customer expectations, preventative maintenance to ensure machine's reliability, and other continuous improvement processes.
• Ensure consistent adherence to established routines and performance standards by effectively coaching and disciplining employees, conducting timely reviews, and maintaining accurate timekeeping records, while reinforcing our culture of Caring, Innovation, Trust, and Excellence.
• Manages efficient and effective labor use through employee scheduling and assessing / recommending appropriate use of overtime.
• Drive continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives by identifying, managing, and drive with projects, actively monitoring goals, and facilitating teamwork to cultivate a culture focused on continuous improvement within the organization.
• Lead innovatively on projects that cross functionally support the business and drive change.
• Coach, mentor, champion of change, and ensure knowledge is shared across the team, ensure effective training delivery, provide timely feedback, and identify and develop high-potential staff.
• Take concrete steps to implement and support change: creating strategies, mobilizing resources, and overcoming obstacles.
• Proactively escalate issues to facility leadership within internal departments to anticipate challenges and minimize impact to our customers.
• Collaborate seamlessly across business and manufacturing floor teams, demonstrating strong communication and cross-collaboration skills to ensure smooth operation and alignment across departments.
• Support LDI culture initiatives and promote engagement / involvement in Safety and Environmental meetings, Community involvement meetings, special projects, and assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREDEDUCATION,EXPERIENCEAND SKILLS

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution and 7+ years manufacturing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years' supervisory, team lead, and / or project leadership experience
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and additional hours, as required by business needs.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree preferred (i.e. Business/Operations Management, Engineering or related field).
• 5+ years of people leadership
• Demonstrated strong communication skills.
• Basic computer skills with demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Experience in printing industry
• Strong process/business acumen; Results-driven.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Relationship-building skills - ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization.
• Strong attention to detail, measuring with accuracy, and tool or equipment knowledge
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting base salary range for this position is $76,772 - $115,083 per year. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend andstoopfor 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

• Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks
• Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus
• Hearing and speaking
• Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping.

about our company:

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, California, Virginia. and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust, and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior solutions and service for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.