Production Supervisor

Sheridan MN is looking for a Production Supervisor to supervise personnel and oversee the press department to ensure production requirements are fulfilled and quality standards are met. Supervisory Responsibilities: Prepares and monitors work schedule (hours and shifts) for production employees. Disciplines and supervises all department personnel within company rules. Completes performance evaluations on time and within company guidelines. Monitors and recommends salary changes, hiring, performance, and terminations of production employees. Informs subordinates of policies and procedures of the company. Informs Production Manager of production department or employee issues or problems. Communicates, interprets, and enforces company policies and "shop rules" and recommends such changes as considered advisable. Report all safety concerns to the Bindery Manager or Plant Manager. Complete necessary documentation and follow up on any accident or injury reporting. Reviews time sheets or data collection system daily and gives necessary guidance to ensure accuracy of time recording. Hold employees accountable for accurate and timely information recording. Duties/Responsibilities: Monitor and review set-ups on all machines ensuring all job parameters are met for each process. Responsible for implementing, supporting, and monitoring process control, material reduction/production improvement programs. Being the focal point and assist in the development of completing all process improvement of the Sheridan material reduction/production improvement program. Assures and directs the maintenance schedules on all equipment in production to ensure uninterrupted production. Assists in the development of manufacturing and printing objectives, policies, plans, and programs. Maintains maximum plant productivity and quality control according to established standards; at a level that meets or exceeds the demands of the individual job. Responsible for overall efficiency of production departments. Recommends new procedures to improve production. Ensures that all commitments to customers are delivered effectively. Plans and recommends new equipment purchases for the departments. Recommends purchase of supplies and parts necessary to the operation of the manufacturing areas. Attend all production meetings and participates in other meetings required by management. Studies and utilizes production records to attain top level of productivity with a minimum of non-chargeable time and spoiled work. Responsible to monitor and maintain Lean, 5S and Tools of Quality throughout production. Halts production on any job in any manufacturing department when quality requirements are not being met. Ensure equipment is operating through shift change and that all-pertinent information is forwarded to oncoming Production Support Leader Cooperates with other department heads concerning customer relations, production planning and scheduling, purchasing and accounting. Keeps informed of all technological progress in the graphic arts industry relating to manufacturing departments under his/her supervision or control. Attends industry trade shows and applicable seminars as required. Maintains health, safety standards and records for all production departments. Conducts special projects as requested. Works to reduce spoil-work level. Performs other duties as requested. Basic Qualifications: Extensive knowledge in systems related to manufacturing. Ability to plan, organize, direct, control, and lead. Excellent trouble shooting skills. Leadership tendencies. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Desired Skills and Abilities: Four years + in trade on similar equipment, graphic arts and/or technical school background beneficial. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact the location HR Manager at 218-829-2877 or . #SMN24

Created: 2026-03-04