Packaging Lead (12-hour rotating shift)
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Packaging Lead to oversee the safe and efficient operation of our packaging department in the manufacture of Dry Pet food. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and coordination with other plant departments to ensure smooth production flow. The Packaging Lead will be responsible for managing sanitation breaks, product changeovers, ensuring capability advancement of team, and shift handovers efficiently and effectively. Shift 12-hour rotating shift: 6:00 am-6:30 pm (days) and 6:00 pm – 6:30am (nights), alternating every 12 weeks. Four days on, four days off.
Requirements
- Strong multitasking skills with the ability to lead a team and set clear direction.
- High attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and excellent communication skills.
- Ability to train others in job functions within the Packaging area.
- Familiarity with packaging systems, including but not limited to KSE, Courbon, Advanced Engineering, General Packer baggers, and Newtec palletizers.
- Ability to work at elevated heights.
- Capable of lifting 50 lbs. repetitively and up to 65 lbs. occasionally.
- Adaptability to varying environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, dust, dirt, and chemicals.
Responsibilities
- Ensure packaging line efficiency aligns with the production plan, escalating any deviations from standard operations.
- Support team members in maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency in the packaging department.
- Manage needs of the packaging area, including crewing levels/assignment of roles, schedule adjustments, and pack materials management to ensure consistent efficient process flow.
- Consolidate and verify all shift documentation.
- Uphold and enforce cleaning and sanitation protocols to maintain a high standard of hygiene.
- Actively engage in operational processes to drive continuous improvement.
Benefits
- variable pay
- medical and dental benefits
- participation in 401k plan
- paid time off benefits
- Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
