Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd is Looking for Production Superintendent Full Time

Reporting to Operations Manager, the Production Superintendent provides the necessary leadership and direction and necessary delegation to oversee the productivity and quality standards of all corrugated and Converting operations. Maintain all the Health & Safety Program and perform general and administrative requirements.

Responsibilities:

• To perform “Safety Observations” to ensure specific safety rules, procedures, housekeeping, proactive accident prevention and conscious “safety” behaviors are adhered to and enforced if necessary.
• Ensure that Production and safety goals are communicated and met each year by liaison with all employees and Managers, providing necessary training and updates to meet required legislation.
• To ensure that all required H&S forms and documentation by Supervisors and Production Floor Team is adhered to in compliance with Legislative requirements.
• Oversee productivity and quality standards of all corrugated and converted products. To develop, meet and or exceed annual Plant & Line objectives in regards to efficiency targets and shrinkage targets
• To identify and lead initiatives areas within the Production Operation where costs can be reduced and growth can be maximized
• To ensure that the Labour Costs are effectively managed by the Operation Leaders and ensure that the goals are being met for the Production Hourly Team.
• To ensure quality standards are met on raw materials and converted products.
• To facilitate a monthly meeting with the Supervisory/ Management staff to ensure current Production, Staffing, Quality, Health & Safety and or any other issues are considered and resolved.
• Support Mgmt decisions, policies and goals.
• To consider and gather all views and facts before rendering decisions especially at the 2nd level of the Open door policy
• To ensure that the Performance Management Program is conducted and utilized to increase the capabilities of direct reports and Supervisory Staff and is in line with the overall goals for the division and production department/team.
• To perform general and administrative requirements to provide reports as required by the Plant Manager and/or any Senior Manager.
• To review and approve any Production or Quality Standards.
• Interact with the Sales, Scheduling, Shipping, Human Resources, Payroll and Accounting Departments as required
• Responsible for all plant operations in the absence of the Plant Manager
• To conduct research related to plant activities, as assigned
• To participate and lead any continuous improvement projects, meetings, initiatives, committees, and or trials, as assigned
• Back-up for the position is the Production Superintendent from alternate departments/plants when required or as designated by the Plant Manager and/or Operations Manager.
• To perform other tasks or jobs as need or required by the Company

Education:

• Post graduate education degree/diploma in related business studies.

Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• 5-10 years manager experience in manufacturing
• Solid experience in manufacturing experiences to meet bottom line
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to compile reports and present at meetings
• Ability to liaise with all levels of management and employees
• Personally involved with all events and decisions

Working Conditions:

• Works in well lit, climate-controlled office environment
• Exposed to dust, noise, heat and humidity when in plant

Physical Demands:

• Moderate mental concentration for computer work, to produce required reports and recommendations

Competencies:

Customer Focus – Personally demonstrates that external and internal customers are a high priority.

Identifies customer needs and expectations and responds to them in a timely and effective manner.

Anticipates and prevents delays or other things that can adversely affect the customer. Keeps

customers informed about the status of pending actions and audits customer satisfaction with

products or services.

Decision Quality – Gathers enough information to allow a pragmatic assessment of risks and benefits

of alternative approaches in any decision. Stays focused on objectives and considers both the short-term and longer-term impact of decisions and keeps objectives in mind throughout the process. Communicates the impact and implications of decisions. Completes the appropriate level of due diligence required to make a quick, accurate decision.

Drive for Results – Achieves results within established timelines. Understands and demonstrates that

intentions, activities and results are not the same. Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to

finish; does not give up before finishing, even in the face of resistance or setbacks; consistently

challenges self and others for results.

Leadership – The expectation of leadership is not reserved solely for only those who are in positions of

authority, but from all employees. They demonstrate high integrity and are motivated by wanting to

make a real difference to people by delivering a high-quality service for their customer and the

organization. In positions of authority they: invest in development for the right people and identify and

develop future leaders, and coach and provide candid feedback to others. They are visible and they

model behaviors, competencies and values expected and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks

and projects.

Teamwork – Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas,

opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to

fulfill any commitments made to others on the team. Ensures the right stakeholders are informed and

involved where necessary. Is ready to “roll up their sleeves” as necessary.

Think and Act like an owner – Thinks and cares about the organization like an owner. Commits to and

upholds organizational values, and core behaviors even under difficult circumstances. Demonstrates a

strong sense of responsibility and dedication to the success of the organization. Takes appropriate

risks, holds self and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results

and openly raises a challenge even if others don’t

Atlantic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.