Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

Macon lies near the state's geographic center, about 85 miles (137 km) southeast of Atlanta, hence the city's nickname, "The Heart of Georgia." Macon has an estimated population of 153,159. Macon is served by three interstate highways: I-16 (connecting the city to Savannah and coastal Georgia), I-75 (connecting the city with Atlanta to the north and Valdosta to the south), and I-475 (a city bypass highway. Macon is The Cherry Blossom Capital Of The World. The Ocmulgee National Monument is located in Macon, it has large Native American earthen mounds from around 1000 A.D., and its museum displays artifacts spanning thousands of years. Macon also has the Tubman Museum that exhibits African-American art, history, and culture, including a giant mural and the Inventors Gallery. Macon’s musical roots are deep. Macon is also home to the former Capricorn Records, the music label that initially signed the Allman Brothers Band. Little Richard also has a history in Macon, and fans can visit the Tic Toc Room (now an upscale restaurant) where he used to perform in downtown Macon. Macon is Not Too Big And Not Too Small. We're Just Right  As the fourth-largest city in Georgia, Macon has plenty to offer but doesn't have the congestion and pollution that larger cities have. Traffic is never too bad, restaurants are never too crowded, and it's still a town where people will stop to talk on the street or wave from their cars. 

The Macon plant was built in 1967. It manufactures egg cartons, lunch trays, and shake trays. The Macon plant has approximately 218 employees. Macon was awarded World-Class Safety in  2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. Macon also received the Operational Performance Plant of the year in 2015 and 2016 and Food Plant of the Year in 2016. The Macon plant has recently reached out to the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank and will be collecting canned and dried goods for the less fortunate.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law.  For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

 All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Job purpose

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing and leading a Production shift team to achieve daily, monthly and annual production goals and ensure quality, safety and accountability of people and processes.

Duties and responsibilities

The primary job duties and responsibilities are:

• Direct and coordinate all activities related to a production shift to maximize productivity.
• Minimize cost variables by utilizing effective labor and process management guidelines.
• Ensure quality processes are adhered to and quality checks are completed.
• Ensure daily production requirements are achieved and daily schedule is followed.
• Coordinate training and evaluation of staff.
• Lead daily and mandatory staff meeting.
• Ensure accountability of staff to safety, quality and production standards.
• Address employee and leadership concerns and inquiries and assist in developing solutions.
• Gather and report daily production data to appropriate levels of leadership.
• Support safety, quality and production initiatives to achieve goals.
• Consistently communicate with leadership, Human Resources and employees.
• Conduct daily production audits.
• Attend and actively participate all assigned and mandatory meetings.
• Recognize and reward employees.
• Accurately and timely enterprise systems record keeping.
• Manage labor resources according to forecasts.
• Daily completes all work requirements listed in their Leader Standard Work.
• Maintains excellent housekeeping standards to maintain a safe work area.
• Immediately addresses and reports safety issues or hazards.
• Maintains excellent safety record.
• Maintains excellent attendance record.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

Experience required:

• At least five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment; including successful completion of jobs or similar activities requiring control of a mechanical process and inspection of product to meet quality standards.
• At least one (1) to two (2) years of supervisory and/or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated self-compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing Principles and Six Sigma methodology preferred.

Skills

An individual must have the following skills in the Production Supervisor position:

• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with all levels in the organization.
• Detailed-Oriented.
• Active Listening.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills.
• Conflict management.
• Effective decision-making.
• Organized.
• Time management.
• Proficient in basic computer operation and data entry; some experience with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Teams.

Physical requirements

This position is located in a manufacturing location. Physical requirements will include but are not limited to:

• Standing for lengthy periods of time (frequent)
• Sitting for extended periods of time (frequent)
• Climbing up/down stairs/ladders/platforms (occasional)
• Working in a manufacturing environment that includes periods of hot and cold weather, dust, noise above 85 dBA, occasional odors, and moving equipment (frequent)

Working conditions

An individual that works in the Production Supervisor position:

• Must be able to work a 12-hour rotating schedule. 

Education

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associates degree or BA/BS in business, manufacturing or related field, preferred.
• Leadership Development and/or certification is preferred.