Packaging Operations Manager II

DPDHL•Union City, GA

5d•$72,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain Contract Packaging provides an in DC packaging solution including primary and secondary packaging, POP, display, pallet display etc. We are seeking Operational Leaders with an eye for continuous improvement, secondary packaging and postponement production. Support General Manager and engineering team with financial, project, and monthly reporting Manage the supervisors to drive efficiency through production and planning Communicate to team members production plan/status via start-up and pacing meetings Set up relevant training and development for direct reports i.e. Leadership Standard Work or Lean Manufacturing. Manage production planning and ordering of supplies and equipment as needed. Oversee efficiency tracking and labor planning Communicate any concerns or call-outs with customer, as necessary. Assess project and resource needs Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Ensure health and safety regulations are met Identify, anticipate, and remove operational bottlenecks Drive continuous improvement via 5S and 8 waste elimination training Work with vendors and suppliers to maintain (WIP) work-in-process inventory Provide reporting on production, safety, quality, and any other reports as needed. Our Organization has a business casual environment and focuses on teamwork, associate development, training, and continuous improvement. Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, preferred
3 years’ industry experience in Primary Packaging, Secondary Packaging, Custom Packaging, Manufacturing or related businesses and/or operations, required
2 – 4 years’ management experience in a supervisory / management role, required
Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
Willingness and ability to support DHL Supply Chain's overall strategy for Automation and Digitalization
Applying lean practices to reduce or eliminate wastes in production line layouts to optimize outputs and reduce downtime.
Troubleshoot and assess equipment downtime to select the proper resources for correction.

Nice To Haves

Nulogy/PackIT experience a plus.
Operational Management System (OMS) - Gate 3 training preferred.
Experience in the deployment of automated packaging equipment.

Responsibilities

Support General Manager and engineering team with financial, project, and monthly reporting
Manage the supervisors to drive efficiency through production and planning
Communicate to team members production plan/status via start-up and pacing meetings
Set up relevant training and development for direct reports i.e. Leadership Standard Work or Lean Manufacturing.
Manage production planning and ordering of supplies and equipment as needed.
Oversee efficiency tracking and labor planning
Communicate any concerns or call-outs with customer, as necessary.
Assess project and resource needs
Ensure health and safety regulations are met
Identify, anticipate, and remove operational bottlenecks
Drive continuous improvement via 5S and 8 waste elimination training
Work with vendors and suppliers to maintain (WIP) work-in-process inventory
Provide reporting on production, safety, quality, and any other reports as needed.