Senior Associate, Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Lifestyle Brands (the LSB) is a growing house of like-minded brands under the SC Johnson umbrella including Method, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day, Babyganics and Ecover . Headquartered in San Francisco with additional operations in Chicago and throughout Europe, the LSB is home to 650 employees. Together we act as a force for bold, transformative growth with a focus on delivering positive impact for people and the planet. If you're into pioneering the future and doing good while doing business, come join us.

The LSB is part of SC Johnson, a family-owned company and leading manufacturer of household cleaning, home storage, air care, pest control and shoe care products, as well as professional products. Originally founded in 1886 and headquartered in Wisconsin, U.S.A., SC Johnson and the Lifestyle Brands division are at work for a better world.

The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 68,400.00 USD - 89,775.00 USD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and / or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we're proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value.

ABOUT THE ROLE

At SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands' Southside Soapbox facility, you'll play a pivotal role in producing industry-leading products like Method and Mrs. Meyers-brands that set the standard for sustainability, innovation, and style. As a Production Supervisor, you're not just overseeing a line-you're driving excellence. You'll partner with another Supervisor to lead a high-energy team, ensuring every product meets the highest quality standards. From monitoring output and leveraging the Redzone system to signing off on each run, you'll be the guardian of performance and precision. Your leadership will shape a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. You'll investigate incidents, champion proactive safety measures, and make sure every protocol is followed. Beyond operations, you'll coach and develop your team, delivering feedback that inspires growth and fuels success.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on solving problems and making things happen. You'll tackle unexpected challenges head-on, implement corrective actions, and lead change initiatives that keep us ahead of the curve. Plus, you'll manage communications, meetings, programs, and ERP systems to keep everything running smoothly. If you're ready to make an impact, lead with confidence, and help create products that consumers love and trust, this is your opportunity to shine.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure that all safety, quality, GMP, and 5S standards are maintained and established procedures are always adhered to by all employees within the department.

Manage the production area personnel, including production line leads and movers + makers. This role will provide direct feedback to these roles via daily discussions, 1-on-1's and 6-month review process.

Collaborate with other departments to solve problems and improve processes and procedures that improve OEE and reduce costs.

Provide updates to the team by speaking and presenting in huddles and meetings.

Ensure compliance with all Redzone reports, GEMBAs and data collection for self and direct reports.

Participate in cross functional teams that are focused on solving problems and improving processes and procedures that drive improvements in non-negotiables or reduce costs.

Ensure that all Finished goods for sale that are produced adhere to the quality specifications that are expected

Complete all necessary reports and provide clear communication to all impacted departments

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

Bachelors degree and 3+ years experience within a manufacturing environment with at least 2+ years of experience in a people leadership capacity

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

A strong understanding of safety procedures and quality standards, including enforcing policies and conducting audits.

Experience working with SAP and / or Redzone in a manufacturing setting

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proven ability to motivate, guide, and develop a team

Experience in a consumer goods liquid filling manufacturing environment

Dedicated to building and supporting a positive safety culture

JOB REQUIREMENTS

This role is in Chicago, IL (Southside), Onsite requirement

Business Travel 10% or less

This role is not offering relocation assistance

Ability to work 1st shift (5 : 30 AM - 2 : 30 PM, M-F) with expectation to be available for support and coverage across other shifts

BENEFITS AND PERKS

At Lifestyle Brands, we handle our team members with careand provide a variety of benefit offerings to build a supportive environment at work and beyond.

Subsidized health insurance benefits package

Competitive vacation + holiday bundle

Generous retirement match + pre-tax savings options

Dedicated volunteer time, to be a force for good

Pioneering events + experiences that build team connection (...ask us about the Packaging Olympics, Bubble Bash, Ping Pong Tournament + more!)

Access to discounted / free products

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe that being a team of diverse people with different ideas, views and cultures will help us and our business thrive. We are committed to ensuring everyone who works at the LSB feels that they have a real sense of belonging and that they can show up as who they are, be valued, listened to and supported to do their best possible work.

Sure, there's always more that can be done. But together with our team, partners, customers and community, we can make everyone welcome.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster f or more information.