Director of Packaging

Overview

Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth?

TKC Holdings, Inc., comprised of Trinity Services Group, Keefe Group and Courtesy Products, specializes in leading the corrections and hospitality industries by offering superior products and unmatched customer service. We've created something special - a great place to work and grow. We are committed to consistently delivering quality support services and products to our customers with integrity and innovation while fostering the career development of our team members.

We are proud to be a military and veteran friendly employer.

This position is based in St. Louis, MO. You will need to be located in the St. Louis, MO metropolitan area or be willing to relocate to this area for the position. Relocation assistance available.

Maintain oversight of all facility operations, finances, and personnel for Keefe Packaging. Keefe Packaging's primary function is to package bulk products into finished goods and distribute throughout the Keefe Group network of distribution centers. Advocate for a culture of continuous improvement in all aspects of safety, quality, production, maintenance, and distribution of packaging products. The role is accountable for managing the overall operations of the plant, ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards while optimizing productivity and cost-efficiency.

• Demonstrates leadership by maintaining a facility that is consistently tour-ready, audit-ready, and upholds clean-as-you-go standards, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence.
• Lead business operations to drive profitability through effective planning, delegation, coordination, and compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Develop and oversee the operating plan to achieve financial and Keefe organizational objectives, applying strategic planning, forecasting, and budgetary analysis to guide adjustments and ensure performance targets are met.
• Communicate company goals and align business objectives, ensuring clarity in direction, priorities, and performance expectations. Ensure that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) are set, monitored and maintained for efficient plant operations.
• Continue to maintain SQF certification at audit rating of "Excellent" by following established SOP's and ensuring conformance in practice.
• Maximize production while maintaining adequate levels of raw materials and finished good inventories. Recommend production equipment that increase throughput and reduce costs.
• Develop pricing strategies to optimize operating income by analyzing cost drivers and market dynamics, including customer needs, competitive landscape, and pricing tolerance.
• Effectively manage risk to the business unit and company by considering the financial and legal implications of business decisions. Exercise sound judgment when entering into contractual agreements related to new business, vendors, equipment suppliers, and facility services, etc. Consult next level manager and legal counsel as appropriate.
• Provide leadership development through mentoring, training, and strategic staffing. Support career growth by leveraging individual strengths and aligning roles effectively.
• Lead with a positive mindset and clear communication to motivate, engage, and reward employees effectively.
• Responsible for budget and managing P&L statement.
• Understand the needs of both Keefe Group's internal and external customers, foster teamwork towards common goals internally and prioritize service to those groups.
• Provide effective communication with key stakeholders including Purchasing, Regions, and the leadership team.

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field from four-year college or university preferred; or 10+ years related experience and/or training.
• Hands-on leadership style with a commitment to both leading and rolling up sleeves to engage directly with team members.
• Exemplify strong values and integrity, while actively promoting and reinforcing the company culture across the organization.
• Have a proven understanding of…