Production Relief Supervisor

Production Relief Supervisor

Location: Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050
Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried
Relocation Assistance: Possible for an ideal candidate

We are seeking a hands-on Production Relief Supervisor to oversee manufacturing operations in a corrugated packaging environment.

This role provides leadership across multiple shifts, supports production continuity, and ensures high standards of workplace safety, product quality, and team performance.

The ideal candidate is an accountable and proactive leader who can motivate employees, address operational challenges, and maintain effective communication across production teams and management.

• Direct daily production activities, including assigning tasks, coordinating staffing, and monitoring employee performance.

• Promote a safe and productive work environment focused on quality, teamwork, and operational efficiency.

• Coach and develop team members while addressing performance concerns and resolving workplace conflicts professionally.

• Communicate production updates, operational issues, and expectations clearly to employees, supervisors, management, and external partners.

• Reinforce compliance with workplace safety procedures, quality standards, and manufacturing policies.

• Deliver individual and group training on equipment operation, machine setup, safety practices, quality management, and powered industrial truck operation.

• Maintain accurate training records and related documentation.

• Support production coverage during supervisor absences, vacations, and other staffing needs.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Previous experience in the corrugated packaging industry.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

• Willingness to work across all three shifts and occasional weekends to support operational coverage.

• Ability to manage employee relations, resolve conflicts, and promote a collaborative work environment.

• Ability to communicate expectations, reinforce safety standards, and maintain production accountability.

• One to two years of supervisory or team-lead experience.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in employee development, problem-solving, and achieving measurable results.

• A proactive, results-oriented approach to production management and team performance.

• Experience delivering employee training and supporting manufacturing process improvements.

• Production Team Leadership & Supervision

• Employee Coaching & Performance Management

• Manufacturing Safety & Quality Compliance

• Corrugated Packaging Operations

• Conflict Resolution & Employee Relations

• Training Coordination & Documentation

• Shift Flexibility & Operational Problem-Solving