Packaging Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the safe, efficient and quality bottling and packaging of various spirits
• Managing the packaging operation and the operators in the Packaging facility
• Creating a high morale workplace with the highest ethical standards
• Visually inspecting equipment and worker activities for compliance to SOPs and safety standards
• Ensuring all production of packages are managed in compliance with all SOP's to target quality outcomes
• Conducting frequent audits to ensure proper procedures are followed
• In coordination with the site EH&S Manager, ensuring compliance with GMP practices and site safety rules
• Supervising the daily operations of the packaging area to ensure all KPI's are met
• Providing overall leadership and direction for the packaging home area including training and development of packaging employees
• Scheduling and assigning line activities and personnel for the packaging department
• Leading and/or participating in safety meetings

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or high-speed packaging operations environment
• Minimum 3 years' experience in the direct supervision of people
• Previous experience supervising within a union environment is a plus
• Experience in beverage or beverage alcohol is a plus
• Working knowledge of packaging operations, preferably in the spirits category
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement projects/initiatives
• Familiarity with current GMP practices and a record of implementing SOPs to drive best-in-class packaging and efficiencies
• Use of metrics and data to analyze performance, manage costs and improve results
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of TTB regulations, ISO requirements and Food Safety processes is a plus.