Production Supervisor
UFP Industries · Siler City, NC
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at UFP Industries (industrial) in Siler City, NC. Operate a forklift when needed to support production flow.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- 5S, TPM
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $75k–$100k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 32 production supervisor openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 32 other live production postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Typical $77k–$103k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 97%
- Lean 33%
- SAP 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: UFP Industries in Siler City
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Full description from UFP IndustriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Required Qualifications
- ✓Post‑high school education
- ✓3–5 years of manufacturing experience
- ✓1–3 years of experience leading or supervising employees
- ✓Ability to clearly communicate expectations, priorities, and timelines
- ✓Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- ✓Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance
- ✓Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic production environment
- ✓Successfully complete forklift driver certification
Preferred Skills & Experience
- ✓Experience managing agendas, meetings, and visual production tools
- ✓Strong working knowledge of Inside UFPI systems, Citrix, and professional email communication
- ✓Familiarity with the Precise Plant Quality Program and quality troubleshooting
- ✓Understanding of preventative maintenance, standard work instructions, and equipment processes
- ✓Experience conducting machine audits and supporting safety improvements
- ✓Proven ability to train employees, document training, and support skill development
- ✓Ability to provide daily feedback, conduct employee reviews, and identify advancement potential
- ✓Self‑awareness and willingness to reflect and continuously improve leadership effectiveness
Why You’ll Love Working at PalletOne
At PalletOne, we believe strong leadership drives strong results. We support our supervisors with the tools, training, and collaboration needed to succeed—while offering the opportunity to make a real impact on people, processes, and performance.
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Production Department Supervisor
PalletOne, Inc. | Siler City, NC
Lead Operations. Develop People. Drive Results.
PalletOne, Inc. is seeking an experienced Production Department Supervisor to lead safe, efficient, and high‑quality operations across multiple departments and shifts. This role is ideal for a hands‑on manufacturing leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and driving results in a fast‑paced production environment.
As a supervisor, you’ll play a key role in meeting production goals, controlling costs, and fostering a culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do
You will oversee daily production operations while developing employees and ensuring alignment with business goals, safety requirements, and company standards.
include
- •Lead and manage production operations across multiple departments and shifts
- •Supervise, coach, motivate, and develop employees for maximum productivity and engagement
- •Plan work activities, set expectations, and ensure production targets are met
- •Monitor and manage department costs, profitability, and inventory
- •Identify operational problems and improvement opportunities; research and implement solutions
- •Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide feedback, and support development planning
- •Ensure compliance with all UFP policies, procedures, and applicable laws
- •Lead and participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, including 5S and TPM
- •Champion safety as Priority One , including participation in safety committees, JDAs, JSAs, audits, and LOTO compliance
- •Prepare reports and maintain accurate production and operational records
- •Communicate effectively with team members and other leaders across the organization
- •Work closely with maintenance to support equipment reliability and preventative maintenance
- •Operate a forklift when needed to support production flow
- •If assigned to the Treating Department, follow all hazardous material handling procedures
- •Perform other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a confident, organized, and people‑focused leader with strong manufacturing knowledge and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Benefits include
- •Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- •Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- •Basic and voluntary life insurance
- •Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
- •401(k) with company match
- •Paid vacation and holidays
- •Employee stock purchase program
Ready to Lead the Way?
If you’re a motivated production leader who values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we invite you to apply and grow your career with PalletOne, Inc.
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$19.00 - $21.00 hourly. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by experience and other job-related factors