Production Supervisor – Manufacturing (12-Hour Shift)

We have an immediate opening for an experienced, results-driven Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations at our Fountain Inn, South Carolina facility.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production activities, leading and developing employees, and ensuring operational goals are achieved in a safe, efficient, and quality-focused manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who demonstrates strong accountability, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This individual must be capable of managing employee performance, resolving operational challenges, and driving improvements in safety, productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts (Days or Nights)

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Production Operations & Performance

• Direct and oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and operational objectives are achieved.
• Assume responsibility for assigned shift performance, including production output, efficiency, safety, quality, and housekeeping.
• Monitor production schedules, staffing levels, equipment performance, and workflow to maximize operational efficiency.
• Adjust production priorities and allocate resources based on changing business needs.
• Identify production bottlenecks, equipment issues, and operational inefficiencies, implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime and waste.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including productivity, scrap, downtime, labor efficiency, and quality.
• Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and operational documentation.

Leadership & Employee Accountability

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, training, and development to assigned production employees.
• Establish clear performance expectations and consistently hold employees accountable for attendance, productivity, safety, quality, and workplace conduct.
• Monitor employee attendance, performance, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Address employee relations concerns, performance deficiencies, and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policies.
• Coordinate employee work schedules and staffing assignments to support production requirements.
• Lead shift meetings to communicate production priorities, safety expectations, performance results, and operational updates.
• Support onboarding, training, cross-training, and development of new and existing employees.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and results-oriented work environment that promotes teamwork, engagement, and accountability.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Promote and maintain a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and established operating procedures.
• Ensure employees consistently follow safety, environmental, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.
• Enforce the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe operating practices.
• Identify and address unsafe conditions, behaviors, and workplace hazards.
• Ensure workplace incidents, injuries, and safety concerns are promptly reported and appropriately addressed.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, cleanliness, organization, and housekeeping throughout assigned production areas.
• Partner with Quality and other departments to address product defects, quality concerns, and corrective actions.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing costs, minimizing waste, improving quality, and increasing manufacturing efficiency.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and participate in or lead Kaizen improvement events.
• Utilize root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve recurring operational issues.
• Develop, implement, and train employees on standardized work practices and operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, equipment utilization, labor productivity, and overall operational performance.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Logistics, Human Resources, and plant leadership to achieve business objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including demonstrated leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving plastics processing, thermoforming, extrusion, or related production operations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production operations, and workplace safety requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, motivate, coach, and hold employees accountable for performance and workplace expectations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, equipment manuals, and operating procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, days or nights, including weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a high-volume plastics manufacturing, thermoforming, extrusion, or packaging environment.
• Hands-on experience with plastic thermoforming and/or extrusion manufacturing processes, including equipment operation, production troubleshooting, and process optimization.
• Working knowledge of thermoforming equipment, extrusion lines, material handling systems, and related manufacturing processes.
• Experience identifying and resolving production issues related to material quality, temperature control, equipment performance, scrap, and process efficiency.
• Understanding of plastic materials, production parameters, and quality standards associated with thermoforming and extrusion operations.
• Experience managing production KPIs, labor utilization, equipment downtime, scrap reduction, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience conducting employee performance evaluations, administering corrective action, and developing high-performing teams.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position operates in an industrial manufacturing environment and requires the ability to work safely around production equipment and machinery.

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, squat, and kneel as required.
• Frequently lift or carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently push or pull up to 12 pounds and occasionally push or pull up to 40 pounds.
• Work in an environment with exposure to elevated temperatures, moving mechanical equipment, sharp-edged materials, and elevated noise levels.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all established safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a dependable, engaged, and results-oriented leader who:

• Leads by example and maintains a visible presence on the production floor.
• Takes ownership of production results, employee performance, and operational challenges.
• Holds employees accountable while treating everyone fairly, consistently, and respectfully.
• Demonstrates reliability through consistent attendance, preparedness, and follow-through.
• Communicates effectively with employees, peers, and plant leadership.
• Makes sound decisions and remains calm under pressure.
• Drives continuous improvement and proactively identifies opportunities to strengthen operations.
• Develops people through coaching, training, and meaningful performance feedback.
• Builds strong teams by promoting teamwork, professionalism, and a culture of accountability.

More than a job. Grow, belong, and make a difference.

At D&W Fine Pack, we don’t just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core values that guide everything we do:

• Dedicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
• Winning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
• Focused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
• People with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all.

Benefits That Matter

Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Short and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• FSA’s for Medical & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –counseling, financial tools, legal help & more
• Wellness program
• Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
• And more!

If this sounds like the kind of company and team you want to grow with, we’d love to hear from you.