Responsibilities

Lead and motivate employees by setting an example of behavior, attitude and performance to work efficiently and effectively, while ensuring a safey work environment and a quality product. Supervise employees in the daily production of corrugated board to industry and customer specifications, to include training, planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluationg employee performance; rewarding and discipling employees; promoting safety, quality production and teamwork; resolving conflicts Complies with all applicable plant and OSHA safety rules Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws Create and maintain a cross training plan within the shift to provide ongoing continuous employee education Explore continuous improvement opportunities Track and manage plant waste, down time, and optimal speed; analyze data Complete reports using the computer by utilizing email, word, and excel and other computer programs Troubleshoot root causes of machine problems

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Higher education degree preferred Two years prior supervisory experience strongly preferred Knowledge of computer and Microsoft suite Must be knowledgeable of corrugated manufacturing practices, procedures, and the quality process Prior work experience in a corrugated manufacturing plant preferred Demonstrate full understanding of wet end and dry end operation Troubleshoot root causes of machine problems Demonstrate knowledge of paper weights, size, liner, medium, kraft, white, and special exceptions Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of customer requirement recognizing what is conforming and nonconforming material Demonstrate ability to read a production schedule including special instruction