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Lead Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Posted: 03/03/2025

How would you contribute?  This role is a contributing member of our Airlite Plastics team, located in Omaha, NE.  As a Lead Supervisor you are a key to the continued growth and success of Airlite. The Lead Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and motivating a diverse group of employees in multiple production areas towards achieving production targets while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Effective communication, conflict resolution and fostering a collaborative environment where each team member’s contributions are recognized and valued are central to this role.


Essential Duties:
  • Oversee the operation of multiple production areas to ensure continuous and efficient performance.
  • Provide guidance to production leads for manufacturing and operational processes.
  • Act as the escalation point for machine issues, performance improvement needs and conflict resolution within assigned teams.
  • Facilitate resolution of operational, manufacturing and maintenance issues to minimize downtime and prevent operational delays.
  • Identify and address any issues or bottlenecks that may affect production or operations.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Identifying individuals who possess the necessary skills, knowledge, and attitude to take on leadership roles and work with senior leadership to develop a leadership pipeline. 
  • With guidance from senior leadership, create a plan for employee development. 
  • As needed, provide enhanced general leadership support when senior leadership is not present.
  • Conduct safety checks, promote a safe working environment and address safety concerns promptly, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Responsible for reporting food safety problems to management.
  • Other duties and audits as assigned.


Do you have what it takes? Airlite Plastics is a versatile employer; complacency is not one of our strengths! We work hard each day to ensure that equipment efficiency and customer satisfaction never leave our line of sight. Successful candidates for the role will possess the following: 
  • Associate's degree (A. A.) from two-year college or technical school, three years of successful front-line supervisor experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Passing of the Munsel Hue Color Assessment.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, and manuals in English; ability to speak effectively with company employees and other leaders in English.
  • Capability to utilize problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to work well with others, build partnerships and support team members.
  • Able to utilize interpersonal and communication skills in daily work.
  • Must be self-motivated and positive.
  • Flexible and adaptable.
  • Display highest ethical standards.
  • Detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Upholds and supports organizational goals and Core Values.
  • Basic computer skills with the ability to operate Microsoft Office products.
  • Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
  • Takes initiative and asks for help when needed.


Supervisory Responsibilities:
Lead assigned teams through daily operational tasks and success measures.  Engage in training, coaching, mentoring, influencing and oversight of assigned work groups.  Using servant leadership principles, model the company core values as they pertain to established policies, procedures and state law.



Our Core Values Drive Us! 
  •  Do you conduct yourself with unquestionable integrity?
  • Do you demonstrate respect and appreciation for those around you?
  • Are you innovative and strive to challenge the status quo?
  • Do you strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the “wow” factor?
  • Do you care about environmentally sustainable solutions?
  • Do you take meaning and pride in a job well done?
 
What’s in it for you?  As a Full-Time employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits: 
  •  Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short term disability
  • Generous 401k match
  • Generous Time Off
  • Annual company activities        



 

Position Type: Full-time

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