Packaging Team Leader

Packaging Shift Manager

You will manage the assigned shift packaging operations and personnel. Coordinate production/schedule requirements with Team Leader, Making. Insure compliance with all OSHA regulations, FDA regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices. Meet quality production requirements in a safe, efficient and timely manner. Reporting to the Senior Packaging Manager you will develop an effective Packaging staff and organization identifying solutions for future production requirements on assigned shift.

This is a 2nd shift role 2:00pm - 11:00pm

At Kao, we offer amazing benefits that are available to you on your first day of employment (healthcare, 401(k) plus company match), 36 total days off (vacation + holidays + sick) and a reasonable salary range of $70,000 - $80,000.

What you will do:

• Insure the safe, efficient and effective utilization of packaging personnel, equipment and financial resources.
• Insure compliance with all FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices and Quality Assurance Standards.
• Evaluate current operations and provide suggestions for continuous improvement to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate, coach, and mentor assigned shift packaging staff.
• Identify, write and obtain approval for all required departmental Standard Operation Procedures and Work Instructions. Audit and update current SOP's and WI's as required by Company policy.
• Complete and maintain 100% compliance with all training requirements for assigned shift packaging team.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

What you will need:

• Engineering or Business Management Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience/training.
• 2+ years Manufacturing environment preferably in packaging environment.
• 2+ years Personnel Administration.
• 1+ years Packaging or Project Engineer (preferred).
• Strong Leadership and Decision Making Skills.
• Working Knowledge of Performance Metrics.
• Basic electrical or mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be proficient in using a computer.
• SAP experience.
• Ability to climb, bend and crouch.
• Good Team Work skills, attention to detail, strict adherence to all trained procedures and embrace Safety and Quality awareness.
• Flexibility to work different shift or hours.

Kao USA is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.