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Production SupervisorSchaefer Plastics • Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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Production Supervisor

Schaefer Plastics
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    Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
  • US
    Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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About

At Schaefer Plastics, we manufacture industry-leading solutions and drive responsible practices towards a sustainable future for generations to come. As a family-owned company since 1937, we are deeply committed to delivering exceptional customer care through high-quality, innovative waste and packaging solutions. Our customers and their satisfaction are paramount to our business; we strive to understand their needs and exceed their expectations at every turn.
We are a global injection molding manufacturer, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable packaging systems that reduce carbon footprints. Our dynamic and inclusive culture fosters personal and professional growth, making us an ideal employer for career advancement.
At Schaefer Plastics, we manufacture industry-leading solutions and drive responsible practices towards a sustainable future for generations to come. As a family-owned company since 1937, we are deeply committed to delivering exceptional customer care through high-quality, innovative waste and packaging solutions. Our customers and their satisfaction are paramount to our business; we strive to understand their needs and exceed their expectations at every turn.
We are a global injection molding manufacturer, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable packaging systems that reduce carbon footprints. Our dynamic and inclusive culture fosters personal and professional growth, making us an ideal employer for career advancement.
Position Overview
Schaefer Plastics is seeking a hands-on, high-accountability Production Supervisor to help lead daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced, 24/7 production environment. This is not a sit-behind-the-desk leadership role. We are looking for someone who can step onto the floor, take ownership, set the tempo for the shift, support the team in real time, and drive results in safety, productivity, quality, and accountability.
The Production Supervisor will oversee shift execution, support front-line leadership, monitor workflow, address production issues as they arise, and ensure the floor is operating efficiently and in alignment with production priorities. This role is critical in creating structure on the floor, improving communication across shifts, and making sure teams have the direction and support needed to perform.
The right candidate is confident, decisive, operationally strong, and comfortable leading in a manufacturing environment where priorities can shift quickly. This person must be able to balance people leadership with day-to-day execution while maintaining high expectations for attendance, performance, urgency, and follow-through.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee daily production floor operations to ensure safety, quality, output, and labor expectations are metProvide clear direction, support, and accountability to shift employees and front-line team membersSet the tone for the shift by identifying priorities, addressing issues quickly, and keeping operations movingMonitor workflow, staffing coverage, and floor activity to ensure production objectives stay on trackRespond to production challenges in real time, including labor gaps, equipment issues, quality concerns, material flow disruptions, and operational delaysPartner with leadership to communicate problems, escalate risks, and minimize downstream customer impactHelp maintain an organized, disciplined, and productive manufacturing environmentEnsure production paperwork, floor checks, and required documentation are completed accurately and on timeSupport coordination between production, materials, setup, and other functional areas to ensure work is staged and ready to runDrive adherence to quality standards and verify production is being performed according to established processesReinforce safety expectations, housekeeping standards, and compliance with plant policies and proceduresCoach employees on performance, attendance, conduct, and day-to-day expectationsSupport corrective action, employee development, and ongoing performance management as neededAssist with shift coverage and leadership continuity when operational needs require flexibilityServe as a visible leadership presence on the floor and help create consistency across shifts
What We're Looking For
A strong manufacturing leader who is comfortable being visible, engaged, and accountable on the production floorSomeone who can lead with urgency, make sound decisions, and hold people accountableA supervisor who understands that production leadership requires flexibility, follow-through, and a willingness to step in where neededA professional who can earn credibility with the team while also upholding standardsA leader who thrives in an environment where operations run around the clock and where shift support matters
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environmentPrior experience leading teams in a high-volume production settingTechnical training or experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment preferredStrong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in a fast-paced settingStrong verbal and written communication skillsGood math and basic reporting skillsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and WordAbility to work a schedule that supports production operations and business needs
Why Join Schaefer Plastics?
At Schaefer, we are building a stronger manufacturing operation by investing in leadership on the floor. This role is an opportunity to make a real impact - not just maintain the status quo. You will be part of a company that values operational excellence, continuous improvement, and leaders who are willing to step in, solve problems, and help build stronger teams.
If you are a hands-on manufacturing leader who takes pride in running an efficient shift, developing people, and creating accountability on the floor, we'd love to hear from you.
  • Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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