Packaging Manager

New Belgium Brewing • Daleville, VA

295d • $75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

This position is responsible for overall performance of the packaging department, including people, equipment, and systems. This position will drive continuous improvement to drive optimal production performance while meeting customer and business expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years high volume manufacturing experience or equivalent.
• Operational management experience required.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Green Belt a plus.
• Proven ability to manage production processes, quality control, costs, and utilization of other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of OEE and process monitoring systems.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Good understanding of GMP principles.
• Basic understanding of brewing science and packaging process.
• Strong personal computer skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Oversee packaging department and initiatives.
• Direct and coordinate production processes and operational functions to achieve goals and optimal production performance.
• Meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Coordinate with distribution to ensure efficiency between departments.
• Monitor and recommend improvements in processes to increase efficiency.
• Support quality efforts, coordinate teams to resolve quality problems and develop resolutions.
• Sponsor yearly vendor audits.
• Prepare, prioritize, and justify project resource requests.
• Develop and drive productivity strategies designed to promote continuous improvement efforts and optimize production efficiencies.
• Utilize tools such as 6s, TPM, TAKT, value stream mapping, etc.
• Analyze, and measure cost and impact of productivity initiatives.
• Manage and coach leadership team, mentor and develop leadership skills.
• Monitor department coherence, conduct performance reviews, and develop succession plans.
• Maintain and ensure safety compliance including overseeing safety standards and policies are followed.
• Manage safety concerns and continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee capital and development budgets, address variances and ensure accurate reporting.
• Member of leadership teams coordinating and contributing to company and process improvement and overall success.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Insurance (options available for dependents)
• Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO
• 401k Match
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Profit Sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree