Sr. Manufacturing Supervisor

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions-we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Purpose: Promote Safety and the Productivity, Efficiency and Quality of manufactured products being produced to meet the customer requirements

Principle Accountabilities

• Promote a safety-first culture in the workplace
• Direct and coordinate production activities of all shifts
• Certify Production Reporting accuracy into the system
• Ensure production is equal to or better than standard.
• Supervise and problem-solve operations and workflow issues, identify new and better ways to meet and improve output goals
• Analyze data to uphold production metrics.
• Identify, implement, and drive new procedures and processes.
• Make certain production standards are always met.
• Work to implement and maintain 5S practices.
• Assist in training employees on all aspects of operations
• Assist in sustaining Inventory accuracy to plant standards
• Ensure consistent and timely communication with employees regarding production and quality goals and expectations
• Assist in managing HR elements (employee/labor relations, workers compensation, performance management)
• Drive and implement Continuous Improvement initiatives including Tier Boards, 5S and Kaizen Activities.
• Participate in process support role of key manufacturing that led to better processes, quality, and savings.
• Identify cost takeout opportunities through waste reduction, material substitutions, and equipment modifications.
• Assist in generating reporting tools and progress reporting for assigned business area.
• Communicate the status of Continuous improvement projects. This may include: progress reports, identifying barriers and recommended solutions, and integration with other projects or other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner in analyzing and recommending changes in technology
• Develop an understanding of process standards such as: start-up and shut-down procedures, resin transitions, troubleshooting techniques, resin handling, machine standard operating conditions, Quality Assurance standards
• Other duties as assigned and directed.

Essential Skills and Experience

• 7 to 10 years manufacturing experience, including 3 years as a production manager/lead supervisor, preferably in the plastics/packaging industry
• Secondary education preferred, Business, Engineering, or related field desirable
• Experience analyzing production data
• Solid understanding of Process Management, Inventory Control, and Quality
• Experience with lean manufacturing
• Excellent problem-solving/root cause analysis skills
• Clear oral and written communication skills
• Strong project management, organizational/time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and work within deadlines
• Proficiency in applications such as MS Word, and MS Excel
• Must have a "can do" attitude with a sense of urgency

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job-you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and