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Production Supervisor

Brown Paper Products
Waukegan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

TITLE: Supervisor/Manufacturing

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Supervisor will support and guide machine operators in efficiently running their machines. This role requires a hands-on approach, with the supervisor being actively involved in learning and operating machines.

Positions open for first and second shifts Monday - Friday with some Saturdays.

Training is required on first shift.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in troubleshooting and maintaining production machinery.
  • Prior experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in food packaging.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and act decisively.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly instruct and support machine operators.
  • Bilingual Spanish is required.
  • Willingness to learn and operate new machinery, with an ability to adapt to changing production needs.
  • Ability to manage time effectively balancing supervision, troubleshooting, and learning new equipment.
  • Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
  • Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Learn to operate various machines used in the production of food packaging products.
  • Provide day-to-day supervision and support to machine operators, ensuring machines are running efficiently and production goals are met.
  • Assist operators in diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues with machinery, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining production flow.
  • Train and mentor machine operators on best practices, safety protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing issues as they arise to ensure smooth operation across the production floor.
  • Monitor production quality to ensure products meet all relevant standards and specifications.
  • Ensure all production activities comply with company safety policies and industry regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:

  • Fast-paced production floor with exposure to machinery noise and variable temperatures.
  • Must adhere to all safety regulations, including the use of PPE.

TRAINING:

  • Machine training will be required upon hire.
  • Must complete ongoing training as required.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, ELECTRONIC DEVICES & SOFTWARE:

  • Must have experience with basic hand tools.
  • Must have experience with Microsoft Software.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Capacity to lift and carry heavy materials as needed.
  • Dexterity to operate and repair machinery.

BENEFITS:

  • Clean work environment
  • PTO after 90 days
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company paid short term and LTD
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Voluntary life insurance
  • 401k with match

Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at applicantaccommodation@inteplast.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the
EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.

 

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