Packaging Department Manager

The Packaging Department Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all packaging operations to ensure efficient, consistent, and high-quality product output. This role provides leadership to the packaging team and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

• Lead, manage, and supervise packaging leads and team members to ensure efficient daily operations and adherence to performance expectations.
• Oversee packaging line setup, operation, and workflow to ensure timely and accurate completion of production orders.
• Verify that all labeling, packaging, and finished goods meet customer specifications and purchase order requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality Assurance, and other departments to align packaging schedules, priorities, and production needs.
• Train, coach, and develop packaging employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, quality standards, and company expectations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency, consistency, and accuracy.
• Monitor packaging material inventory levels and coordinate ordering to prevent shortages or production delays.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve packaging issues to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
• Manage staffing schedules, shift coverage, attendance, and departmental personnel needs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, company policies, and OSHA standards.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and increase productivity.
• Oversee the completion and disposition of work orders and ensure accurate production documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Team members are expected to perform duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor or management, as demands require.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Knowledge of packaging equipment, processes, and workflow optimization.
• Proven ability to identify and resolve production issues efficiently.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, labeling requirements, and customer specifications.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to heat and noise.

Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Starting Rate: $28.00 per hour

Starting pay may vary based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Beginning the first day of the month following hire, employees have access to our Industrial Clinic at Britt Family Medicine for convenient medical care and primary care services.

Benefits include:

• Free medical appointments
• Free in-house medications
• Free supplies for managing chronic health conditions, including diabetes and high blood pressure

After 60 days of employment, employees are eligible to enroll in a variety of optional benefits, including:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Additional voluntary benefit…