Full-Time

Production Supervisor

Posted on 8/29/2025

Veritiv Corporation

Veritiv Corporation

5,001-10,000 employees

B2B distributor of packaging and supplies

Compensation Overview

$90k - $115k/yr

Hayward, CA, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of related experience of successful supervisory/management experience required to motivate and develop direct reports, as well as size up new talent.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
  • Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
  • High School Diploma/GED Preferred
Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production output, quality standards, and efficiency targets are consistently met, coordinating with team members and departments as needed.
  • Monitor and inspect machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance, reporting maintenance needs and recommending improvements to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
  • Train, supervise, and evaluate production staff, ensuring proper operation of equipment, adherence to safety standards, and compliance with company procedures.
  • Maintain accurate inventory of materials such as sheets, inks, and other supplies, while ensuring timely data entry, tracking, and retrieval of production information.
  • Inspect work in progress and finished goods for quality compliance, interpret job specifications, and adjust workflows to resolve issues or improve results.
  • Identify and implement process improvements, recommending changes in methods, equipment, or work conditions to boost plant efficiency and product quality.
  • Handle shift transition communication to ensure seamless operations and prepare performance evaluations while addressing any disciplinary issues or performance concerns.
  • Analyze production reports and operational data to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, reduce costs, and prevent delays in workflow or delivery.

Veritiv is a business-to-business distributor that provides a broad range of operational supplies, including packaging, paper, and cleaning products, acting as a one-stop shop for other companies' needs. Its product flow centers on sourcing, stocking, and delivering packaging, paper, and facility solutions, with added value from services around custom packaging and rigid containers acquired through strategic mergers. The company differentiates itself from competitors through its large, integrated portfolio and execution capabilities built from the merger of International Paper's xpedx division and Unisource Worldwide, followed by growth-focused leadership and private-equity ownership. Veritiv aims to help customers operate more efficiently and grow by offering a comprehensive, end-to-end supply solution that combines product breadth with logistics, sourcing, and value-added packaging services.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Sycamore Hills, Missouri

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquired Orora Packaging Solutions in 2024 for sustainability.
  • Acquired Subotnick Packaging in 2025 strengthening Pacific Northwest.
  • Expanded Packsize partnership in 2026 for automated packaging.

What critics are saying

  • CD&R ownership forces cost-cutting disrupting integrations by 2027.
  • Rigid containers sale to TricorBraun cedes customers immediately.
  • Six acquisitions overload integration causing churn in 18 months.

What makes Veritiv Corporation unique

  • Veritiv holds 37.1% market share in US Paper Wholesaling.
  • Veritiv operates 125 distribution centers across US and Mexico.
  • Veritiv excels in fragmented packaging and JanSan industries.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Budget

Company News

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Nov 25th, 2025
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MB News
Oct 14th, 2025
Veritiv Acquires Packaging Solutions in California

Veritiv Operating Company has acquired Packaging Solutions, enhancing its specialty packaging distribution capabilities in Southern California. This acquisition aims to combine Veritiv's scale with the entrepreneurial spirit of Packaging Solutions, which has a 20-year history in the region. The move is expected to improve customer service and provide growth opportunities for employees. Legal advice for the transaction was provided by Alston & Bird, LLP.

PR Newswire
Sep 17th, 2025
Veritiv Acquires Subotnick Packaging

ATLANTA, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Veritiv Operating Company, a leader in specialty packaging distribution, facility solutions and print products and solutions, announced today that it has acquired Subotnick Packaging, an Oregon-based distributor of packaging products and equipment serving the building materials, food, e-commerce, and transportation industries."This acquisition strengthens Veritiv's core packaging platform in the strategically important Pacific Northwest region," said Sal Abbate, Chief Executive Officer of Veritiv. "Subotnick's offerings are highly complementary to our existing capabilities and support our strategy to grow our core packaging platform."The addition of Subotnick enhances Veritiv's core packaging capabilities and deepens our presence in the Pacific Northwest. Their focus on categories including corrugated, strapping, tape, stretch film, and packaging equipment, as well as parts and service, mirrors Veritiv and reinforces our joint commitment to delivering specialized solutions for our customers."Joining Veritiv represents an exciting milestone for Subotnick, allowing us to extend our impact through Veritiv's vast network in packaging distribution, automation, design, and fulfillment," said David Berlant, President of Subotnick Packaging. "We're entering a phase filled with opportunity, and I'm confident that our combined capabilities will unlock even greater value for our customers."Founded in 1925, Subotnick is a fourth-generation, family-owned business with deep roots in the Pacific Northwest. They have built strong customer relationships, deep category expertise and a stable operational footprint in Portland, OR, offering both stock and custom packaging products and equipment.AdvisorsMcDermott Will & Schulte served as legal advisor to Veritiv on the transaction.About VeritivHeadquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv Operating Company is a leading, global full-service provider of specialty packaging solutions

ASI
Sep 4th, 2025
Veritiv Acquires S. Walter Packaging

Veritiv Operating Company has acquired S. Walter Packaging Corp., including its Uniflex division, to boost its custom and promotional packaging capabilities. This acquisition aligns with Veritiv's strategic growth in specialty packaging, particularly in high-value retail segments, by leveraging Uniflex's established customer base and industry presence.

PR Newswire
Jan 31st, 2025
Veritiv Closes The Sale Of Its Rigid Containers Business To Tricorbraun

ATLANTA, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Veritiv Operating Company, a leader in specialty packaging distribution, announced today that it has completed the sale of Veritiv Containers, the company's rigid packaging business (formerly All American Containers) to TricorBraun."With the completion of the sale of our Veritiv Containers business, we can further focus on building our industry-leading capabilities in our core specialty packaging business," said Sal Abbate, Veritiv's Chief Executive Officer. "We thank our Veritiv Containers team members for their hard work and commitment to Veritiv and we wish them much success as part of TricorBraun. I am confident they will thrive with this opportunity to be aligned with a company with such a significant focus on rigid packaging. We will continue to work closely with TricorBraun to ensure a smooth and successful transition for employees, customers, and suppliers."AdvisorsGoldman Sachs & Co. LLC served as financial advisor and Alston & Bird served as legal advisor on the transaction.About VeritivHeadquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv Operating Company is a leading full-service provider of packaging solutions

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