Production Supervisor
AptarGroup · Illinois
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at AptarGroup (packaging) in Illinois. You Will : Responsible for supervising and coordinating manufacturing operations to ensure employee safety, product quality, and production targets are achieved.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, 5S, Injection molding
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Illinois: typical posted base $78k–$107k.
Median of the low and high ends of 26 live postings that list pay, out of 45 production supervisor openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Illinois plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 46 other live production postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Typical $78k–$107k, from 24 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 94%
- ✓ Lean 40%
- TPM 21%
- SAP 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Injection molding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from AptarGroupAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Education
- ✓Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent; bachelor’s or associate degree preferred
- ✓Minimum 3-5 years of relevant work experience related to supervision.
- ✓Minimum of 5-7 years in injection molding and processing experience.
Required Skills
- ✓Must possess excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills
- ✓Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels
- ✓Must possess ability to manage multiple priorities in fast paced environment
- ✓Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- ✓Must possess strong hands-on technical capabilities to effectively support the work area being supervised
- ✓Must have good vision to perform visual inspection duties
- ✓Must be able to discern shades of color and color differences relating to component parts used in the manufacturing process
- ✓Must possess Intermediate or better PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite products and email programs such as Microsoft Outlook
- ✓Must be willing and able to be certified on a forklift
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Join our team and Be You Be Aptar.
Aptar is seeking a Production Supervisor (Molding) based in Cary, IL. This position is fully onsite.
As a Production Supervisor, You Will : Responsible for supervising and coordinating manufacturing operations to ensure employee safety, product quality, and production targets are achieved. This role fosters a positive, data ‑ driven culture that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement to support long ‑ term capability and growth. Provides hands-on technical support including participation in manufacturing activities and troubleshooting related equipment.
Who We Are Looking For
- •Schedule and assign manpower to meet manufacturing priorities, including managing overtime and employee time away from work.
- •Communicate and coordinate operational activities with cross ‑ functional departments to ensure alignment and execution of production plans.
- •Participate in the staffing process, including interviewing, employee selection, onboarding, and orientation of new hires.
- •Provide and/or coordinate required training to ensure employees are properly qualified and capable of performing their assigned tasks.
- •Ensure a safe working environment by monitoring work practices, correcting unsafe conditions or behaviors, and leading accident and near ‑ miss investigations.
- •Administer performance evaluations, employee development plans, and disciplinary actions as necessary to address performance gaps or policy violations.
- •Maintain proper housekeeping standards in accordance with 5S and BRC requirements.
- •Monitor daily production reports and key performance indicators (KPIs), investigate discrepancies, and drive corrective actions.
- •Reinforce process discipline, standard work, and expected behaviors through consistent communication and regular presence on the production floor.
- •Assess skill gaps, define development needs, and build technical and operational capability across the team.
- •Apply Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
- •Serve as a technical coach, translating complex process concepts into practical, actionable guidance for production personnel.
- •Lead department meetings to communicate priorities, review performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Who We Are
At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering, and science to develop cutting-edge packaging technologies that enhance brand value for our clients and make a significant impact on people’s lives globally. Our innovations transform conventional packaging into advanced dispensing systems, offering solutions such as precise fragrance applications, mess-free ketchup dispensing for kids, and connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments.
With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.
Our Culture
At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive.
How We Support Our Employees
- •An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
- •Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
- •Competitive base salary,
- •Contribute to the communities where we reside
- •and Benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, PTO
Stay updated on career opportunities by following us on social media @AptarGroup!