Packaging Supervisor

The Packaging Supervisor is responsible for supervising all packaging department activities on a daily basis. This position supervises the production, quality, and warehousing of product in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

Essential

Job Duties Ability to work second shift hours from 2:30 pm – 1:30 am Flexibility to work Saturdays as required

Responsible for daily planning and team huddle to communicate production schedule

Responsible for Packing Dept setup in the morning of each production day.

Set up may include setting up materials needed for the day.

Lead and coach employees to be aligned with company goals and objectives

Keep track of team key metrics (throughput, efficiency and quality)
Maintain effective communication with employees, supervisors, production manager, manufacturing support manager and quality department

Monitor product quality from raw materials to packaging materials.

Constant communication with quality personnel and line operators

Direct and train personnel on safety procedures involving specific job duties as well as general plant safety guidelines

Coordinate with Maintenance Lead/Supervisor to ready machinery for scheduled requirements

Coordinate with Maintenance Supervisor to ready machinery for scheduled requirements

Be responsible for pre-op and post sanitation

Manage employee relations within the team, employee performance reviews and the discipline process

Check and approve employees’ hours for payroll

Responsible for Employee related matters in the production dept.

Communicate with Purchasing on inventory items

Enter information to MC system daily

Communicate company policy and procedures

Ensure all crew members follow HACCP and GMP practices

Report any food safety and quality problem to personnel with authority to initiate action

In the absence of Packing Supervisor, Production Manager will cover his/her responsibilities.

Competencies & Skill Requirements Effective communication and interpersonal skills; verbal and written communication

Leadership abilities and able to create a team environment

Self-motivated with a results-driven approach

Ability to create and follow production schedules

Exercise diplomacy, tact and judgment in matters related to the exchange of shipping/ receiving

Effective organizational skills and accuracy in data entry

Proven ability to set priorities, to pay attention to detail, and to manage multiple tasks.

Qualifications& Experience Two years+ experience as a supervisor in Food Manufacturing High School Diploma or GED preferred

Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

Experience with Food and Beverage industry preferred

Experience sanitizing food processing equipment preferred

Sanitation

Oversee the sanitation process within the Packing department.
** Work Environment
** Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend for virtually entire shift.

Occasionally required to balance or climb.

Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Must be willing to work in a wet environment.
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