via SimplyHired
$60K - 85K a year
Oversee production staff to ensure safety, quality standards, and performance metrics are met while driving continuous improvement and managing inventory transactions.
2-5 years manufacturing experience with 1-3 years supervisory experience, knowledge of ERP systems, strong communication skills, and ability to mentor and train staff.
The Packaging Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the production Staff and ensuring departmental safety and quality standards are maintained. In addition, this individual will help identify opportunities for improvement and drive their implementation. Job RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure safety and quality standards are met.Coach and mentor production employees to support organization development. Train permanent and temporary employees in safety, quality, and basic equipment operation.Understanding quality requirements and ability to serve as a night shift resource for the quality department for work-in process and finished goods testing and approval as needed.Track and monitor performance to departmental KPIs.Perform/monitor inventory transactions within the ERP/WMS systems. Participate in Quality investigations and associated CAPA development.Participate in Safety investigationsActively participate in and support plant improvement activities.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Knowledge, SKILLS, AND ABILITiES:Must have good listening and interpersonal communications skills Must be able to effectively drive production team to meet the departmental expectationsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelExcellent oral and written communication skillsEDUCATION: Minimum/High School diploma. College degree or related job experience a plus.EXPERIENCE:2-5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing setting.1-3 years' experience in a supervisory role1-3 years' experience with ERP systemsPhysical Requirements:Extended periods of standing. Frequently lifts and moves items weighing up to 60 pounds. WORK LOCATION: Gurnee, ILEmployment Status: Full-timeTravel required: None
This job posting was last updated on 12/6/2025