Production Manager – 1st Shift at Greif Packaging LLC

Job Description

Production Manager – 1st Shift at Greif Packaging LLC

Job Description:

Supervises larger, more complex teams of colleagues who perform multiple types of production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.). Responsibilities typically include setting goals and objectives for team members, making staffing decisions for the team, and evaluating the achievement of operational results. Ensures policies, practices, and procedures are understood and followed.   Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, with previous supervisory experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of a more complex and possibly multi-line production operation and monitors colleague productivity.

• Effectively implements new performance management systems, production plans, and performance criteria. Runs shift meetings, confirms production progress, and responds to delays. Creates and implements group improvement plans.

• Ensures team understands roles and responsibilities related to the team and Greif.

• Encourages joint problem-solving personal safety and individual development.

• Supports Greif’s mission, follows values of Greif, and works to better Greif’s business as a whole.

• Implements and enforces compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Arrange work schedules to ensure efficient operations.

• Maintains knowledge of processes and equipment.

• Troubleshoots complex or advanced issues that arise.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, with previous supervisory experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• In-depth understanding of production operations while leading safety and quality processes.

• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.