Operations Supervisor 2nd Shift at PROPAK LOGISTICS LLC – Greenfield, Indiana

Job Summary:

At PLA Supply Chain Services, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Supervisor to lead our team and drive operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can manage daily operations, ensure safety and quality standards are met, and provide guidance to a team to achieve production goals. If you are ready to take on a key leadership role and contribute to the success of our facility, this could be the role for you.

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider offering Pallet Management Services, 3PL Services, Reverse Logistics Services, and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets per year for over 1,500 customers. Now one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States, PLA has over 76 facilities, employing upwards of 3500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.

• 2nd Shift: 4:00pm to 12:30am (Sunday through Thursday)

• Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday.
• PTO (Paid Time Off).
• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $28.75.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings.
• 401(k) retirement plan featuring up to a 4% employer match, eligibility the first of the month after 90 days, and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
• Flexible Benefits – Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget.
• Prescription Drug Coverage – Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications.
• FREE Life Insurance & AD&D – Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment.
• Vision Benefits – $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife starting at $1.46 per week.
• Dental Coverage – 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.76 per week.
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) – Income replacement up to 60% of weekly covered earnings for a non-work-related injury or illness.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and confidential support for work stress, grief, legal/financial issues, and more.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.
• LifeMart employee discounts (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases.
• Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.

As a Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:

• Establishing and maintaining consistent and proper communication with internal and external management teams.
• Partnering with the onsite management team to ensure the customer's expectations of the highest level of quality standards and service are achieved.
• Being responsible for meeting or exceeding daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.
• Reviewing and analyzing daily and weekly reports to ensure constant improvement in operations.
• Partnering with the onsite management team to ensure timely completion and administration of all employment tasks, including employee scheduling, timekeeping, performance reviews, corrective actions, status changes, separations, attendance, and timely submission of required payroll data.
• Supervising or assisting in recruiting, hiring, training, and retention of employees.
• Administering operations standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Serving as an interface between operations, customers, administration, employees, and logistics.
• Providing leadership and guidance to frontline employees, establishing and communicating goals and objectives, emphasizing accountability, and inspiring positive behavior changes.

• Education: Associate's Degree (preferred but not required).
• Experience: 6+ months of experience in a leadership or similar role.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed production and operational goals.
• Analytical skills to review reports and identify areas for improvement.
• Experience with employee relations, including scheduling, timekeeping, performance management, and HR processes.
• A strong understanding of operational standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.

• Standing and walking for the majority of the shift is necessary to effectively oversee onsite operations and lead the team across the warehouse floor.
• Bending, stooping, and reaching may occur as needed while checking quality standards or assisting with operational flow.
• Lifting or moving materials can be required on an occasional basis to support the team and ensure production goals are met.
• Navigating a warehouse environment is a regular part of the role, which includes exposure to dust, varying temperatures, and moderate noise levels.
• Staying alert to see and hear safety alarms or moving equipment is essential while moving throughout the facility to manage daily activities.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work in a warehouse environment. This may include exposure to dust, fluctuating temperatures (hot and cold), and moderate to high noise levels. Steel-toed boots and other personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required.

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting Hiring@Propak.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.