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.
Key responsibilities 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.
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.
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
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- 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
UFP Industries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about UFP Industries and has not been reviewed or approved by UFP Industries.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision, an HSA with a company contribution, company-paid life and disability, an EAP, and a health concierge service. The package is framed as a premium set of benefits supporting employees and their families.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employees can buy company stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discount. Additional ownership perks such as stock gifts tied to service milestones are highlighted in parts of the materials.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with a company match is available, including pre-tax and Roth options with various investments. Eligibility commonly begins within the first months of employment, encouraging earlier participation.
UFP Industries Insights
What We Do
UFP Industries is a holding company whose operating subsidiaries – UFP Packaging, UFP Construction and UFP Retail Solutions – manufacture, distribute and sell a wide variety of products used in residential and commercial construction, packaging and industrial applications. Founded in 1955, the company has operations in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
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