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Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on sustainable supply chain solutions while creating a culture and atmosphere where amazing people, like you, are celebrated for doing their best work. Rehrig Pacific has grown to meet the needs of our industry consumers across the country and internationally. We are constantly creating innovative solutions to transcend the new standards set forth by our customers. We find true fulfillment in helping others, both within the Rehrig Pacific family and in our communities. As servant leaders, we lead by example.

Shift Manager

Location:	DeSoto , KS
Job ID:	5116

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Position Location: Lawrence, Kansas

3rd Shift: Monday-Friday, 11:00 pm - 7:30 am

Great benefits including Medical, Dental Vision and Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; 401k & ESOP; Profit Sharing; Tuition Reimbursement and more!

Purpose of the Role

The Shift Manager is responsible for leading and managing production teams to achieve key performance metrics across Safety, Training, Hiring & Onboarding, and Employee Development. This role serves as the primary leadership presence on assigned shifts and plays a critical role in driving operational excellence through strong communication, collaboration, and root-cause problem solving.

The Shift Manager works closely with cross-functional teams including Reliability, Quality, Shipping, Planning, Talent Acquisition, and Human Capital to ensure consistent performance and a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

People Development & Engagement

Lead, coach, and mentor team members in alignment with Rehrig Pacific�s Core Values and Strategic Vision
Complete Day One Onboarding for new employees using Spotlight
Utilize the skill matrix to recognize performance, drive engagement, and support retention
Conduct quarterly KA reviews, annual PEAs, and provide continuous performance feedback
Identify training needs and implement development programs to strengthen team capabilities
Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
Partner with Talent Acquisition and Human Capital on staffing, succession planning, and talent development

Production Operations & Productivity

Demonstrate strong safety leadership, ensuring compliance with safety standards and addressing concerns immediately
Coordinate shift schedules and partner with staffing agencies to support changing labor demands
Oversee daily production operations, manage priorities, and align shift goals with plant objectives
Ensure compliance with plant cleanliness, food safety, and 5S standards
Drive improvement initiatives related to scrap reduction and cycle efficiency
Plan and deploy resources effectively to meet customer expectations
Monitor production KPIs, perform root cause analysis, and engage technical teams as needed

Communication & Relationship Building

Address performance issues and conflicts promptly and constructively
Build strong relationships with team members to understand concerns, goals, and development needs
Promote trust, accountability, and open communication across the shift and plant

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

3+ years of people management experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
1+ year of injection molding experience (preferred)
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Technical aptitude with the ability to understand or quickly learn mechanical systems, tooling, and plastic manufacturing processes
Experience with JDE is a plus
Ability to train and lead a diverse workforce
Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

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Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also here.

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