Sonoco

Shift Supervisor

Sonoco$102K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in engineering, business, sciences, or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in paper-making
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Willing to work 12-hour continental rotating shifts

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety of all employees by leading safety teams
  • Supervise production activities and schedule employees for shifts
  • Meet or exceed productivity and cost performance expectations
  • Implement best manufacturing practices on the shift
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives like SPS and lean manufacturing
  • Coordinate production scheduling to meet customer demands effectively
  • Support and ensure product quality meets customer standards
  • Foster productive employee relationships through coaching and development

Benefits

  • Stability and growth opportunities
  • Friendly and safe family-oriented culture
  • Company paid medical, dental, and life insurance benefits
  • Profit sharing and registered pension plan
  • Vacation time included in the benefits package
Full Job Description
While reporting to the Production Superintendent, as the Shift Supervisor you will be responsible for the safety, quality, productivity, material handling, and cost performance of the Location plant. You will supervise and coordinate the activities of hourly employees on assigned shifts; implementing and maintaining best manufacturing practices in this non-union facility. Salary Range - $102,000 - $120,300 This position is located at our Brantford Paper Mill. What you'll be doing: • Ensure the safety of all employees; lead safety teams and programs on assigned shift to prevent injuries • Supervise all production activities for assigned shift, schedule shift employees, and crew machines to cover vacations, absence, and overtime • Meet or exceed productivity, cost, or other performance metric expectations for assigned shift • Implement and maintain best manufacturing practices • Direct shift in continuous improvement initiatives, such as SPS, 6 Sigma, Kaizen events, and lean manufacturing. • Coordinate production scheduling on shift to meet customer demands, to manage overtime, to minimize inventory, and to reduce costs • Support quality initiatives to ensure product meets or exceeds customer expectations • Build and maintain productive employee relationships, driving employee satisfaction by providing direction, training, and development as needed. • Provide coaching, counseling, or discipline as needed and recommend disciplinary action to Production Manager. We'd love to hear from you if: • You to have a BS degree in engineering, business, sciences or equivalent experience • You have at least 3-5 years of experience; preferably manufacturing, preferably in the paper-making industry • You must be comfortable using Word, Excel and Power Point and have worked with ERP • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Must be willing to work 12-hour continental rotating shifts, along with the crew you will be assigned to When you join Sonoco, you will get The Total Package: Stability, Growth/Opportunity, Friendly/Safe/Family Culture. You are also eligible for an excellent Total Rewards Package including competitive pay, company paid benefits (Medical/Dental. Life Insurance, Disability), Profit Sharing, Registered Pension Plan, and Vacation.

About Sonoco

Sonoco is a supplier of packaging and recycling services. Their products include rigid paper containers, rigid plastic packaging, blister packaging, metal packaging, tubes, reels, plastic plugs, ink cartridges, uncoated recycled paperboard, foam packaging, fast packs, protection for paper rolls, molded foam components, medical packaging solutions, medical packaging equipment, temperature assurance packaging, etc. They serve markets including automotive, healthcare, household, food and beverages, construction, textiles, and more.

Sonoco Careers

Join Sonoco, a global leader in packaging solutions, and become part of a team that thrives on innovation, leadership, and diversity. At Sonoco, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and development in an environment that values each individual's contribution.

Work You’ll Do

At Sonoco, we are committed to driving progress in the packaging industry through innovative solutions. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals to solve complex challenges and help our clients achieve sustainable success. Our commitment to leadership and diversity training ensures that every team member is equipped to lead, inspire, and grow.

Explore Career Paths

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or a leadership role, Sonoco offers a range of career paths to suit your professional goals. Our hiring process is designed to identify and nurture talent, ensuring that the right skills are matched with the right opportunities.

Innovate and Lead

Be part of a culture that fosters innovation and continuous improvement. At Sonoco, you will work alongside industry experts to develop groundbreaking solutions that make a real difference. Our leadership programs offer the tools and training you need to advance your career and lead with confidence.

Benefits and Growth

Sonoco is dedicated to the growth and well-being of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Our focus on career growth means we support you every step of the way, from refining your resume to preparing for your next interview.

Join Our Team

Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. At Sonoco, every position offers the chance to make an impact.

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Learn more about Sonoco
Size
20,500 employees
Market Cap
$5.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$207.4 million
Founded
1899
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ

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