Production Supervisor
Pactiv Evergreen · Meriden, CT
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $70k–$85k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level production role at Pactiv Evergreen (industrial) in Meriden, CT. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause, FDA / GMP
- Base pay
- $70k–$85k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 12 other live production postings in Connecticut.
- Base pay
- About 16% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $80k–$104k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- ✓ Lean 46%
- ✓ Six Sigma 23%
- EHS / safety 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Pactiv Evergreen
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from Pactiv EvergreenAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Leads, assists, motivates, and evaluates shift employees in daily operations and problem resolution, and promotes a culture of continuous improvement
- ◆Promotes and trains on consistent and proactive safety, including compliance audits, incident reports, and investigations
- ◆Ensure quality specifications are met and procedures are followed
- ◆Trains team in executing proper company procedures, focusing on safety, quality, and meeting production goals
- ◆Cross-functional teamwork with HR for payroll processing, personnel or labor issues, and staffing. Collaborate with peers to inform them about essential topics during shift changeovers
- ◆Manage shifts to attain production and scrap goals
- ◆Troubleshoots and resolves processes, equipment, and material issues with support
- ◆Interprets work orders and specifications to shift employees, as necessary
- ◆Leads or supports efforts to determine root cause and develop corrective actions
- ◆Studies and understands production schedule and deploys available labor and other resources, as required
- ◆Routinely audits product quality and ensures specifications are met and quality procedures followed
- ◆Actively engaged with and recommended measures to improve safety, production methods, equipment performance, product quality, and waste reduction
- ◆Initiates or suggests plans to motivate employees to achieve work goals
- ◆Ensure accuracy and finalize production paperwork, including production reports, work order documentation, safety and sanitation documents, quality records, finished goods tickets, etc.
- ◆Monitor and maintain shift production staffing levels
- ◆Analyze production losses and determine corrective action
- ◆Drive SQF (Safe Quality Foods) culture and ensure GMPs are followed
- ◆Perform SQF audits and coach employees on proper GMP protocols and procedures
- ◆Comply with established plant rules and procedures that promote compliance with customer service-related activities, including, but not limited to:
- ◆Following run-order specifications for each product
- ◆Following pre-requisite programs in compliance with SQF Code, Manufacture of Food Packaging, and food safety
requirements
- ✓Following all Good Manufacturing Practices in compliance with all Food Safety
Requirements
- ✓Meets and strives to exceed safety, quality, production, waste, and housekeeping goals set forth by management
- ✓Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or GED
- ✓Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred
- ✓Minimum five (5) years of manufacturing experience
- ✓Minimum three (3) years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
- ✓Experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment
- ✓Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Lean Manufacturing training or certification
- ✓Six Sigma certification
- ✓Experience in food packaging or regulated manufacturing environments
- ✓Experience working in SQF-certified facilities
Physical
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. An individual must have the ability to:
- ✓Stand and walk for extended periods
- ✓Move throughout a manufacturing facility
- ✓Climb stairs and access production equipment
- ✓Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds
- ✓Bend, kneel, stoop, reach, push, and pull
- ✓Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving equipment, noise, and varying temperatures
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Production Supervisor
Meriden, CT
The Production Supervisor serves as a key member of the plant leadership team and is responsible for creating a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, operational excellence, and compliance. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading, directing, and coordinating manufacturing operations on an assigned shift to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant production of quality products. This position is accountable for employee supervision, production performance, safety, quality, food safety, staffing, employee development, and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting overall plant objectives.
Available Shift
- •2:00 pm - 10:30pm
- •Monday - Friday
A reasonable estimate of the current range is $70,000 - $85,000 + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The benefits for this role include a 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays, and a wellness program.