Packaging Supervisor

Florida Crystals / ASR Group • Bay Shore, NY

4d • $55,500 - $103,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Supervisor reports directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for driving packaging department results through effective resource management, safe operating procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and regulatory compliance. The position directly supervises a team of hourly associates and works to meet customer specifications, company quality standards, and delivery requirements.

The supervisor oversees production activities, employee development, equipment upkeep, documentation, and continuous improvement. The role supports compliance with food safety, quality, sanitation, and applicable regulations, and reports risks or evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification products, equipment, packaging, or raw materials to a designated manager.

The role is based in Chicago, Illinois. The salary range is $55,500–$103,500 plus bonus, with pay dependent on qualifications and prior experience.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of leadership experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, coach, and develop a team daily.
• Ability to lead by example and foster a workplace culture that engages and motivates associates at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and build relationships across organizational levels and functions.
• Ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs.
• Strong Microsoft Office and PC skills.
• Aptitude for team building and employee engagement.
• Results-oriented and focused on process improvement.
• Highly organized, self-starting, and able to work with little direct supervision.
• Ability to work extended days and/or weekends and flexibly switch shifts as required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience as determined by HR.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement tools to improve packaging and OEE performance.
• Prior knowledge of SAP, Kronos, and Mii.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Food Science, or Organization Leadership/Management.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, schedule, and delegate work assignments to meet customer specifications, company quality standards, and customer delivery requirements.
• Recommend and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, safety standards, and product quality.
• Train, coach, and engage employees; appraise performance; recognize strong performance; hold employees accountable; and address complaints and problems.
• Oversee and review required paperwork, reports, and documentation.
• Promote a continuous improvement culture and Lean Six Sigma principles through training and development of production staff.
• Coordinate production planning with other departments to schedule downtime for preventive maintenance and work order completion.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to improve methods and processes.
• Review, recommend, and implement programs to comply with state, federal, and local safety and sanitation regulations and employment requirements.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained, resolve equipment problems, and initiate repair work orders.
• Maintain completion of plant quality initiatives, including CAPA completion, SQF preparedness, HACCP awareness, and GMPs.
• Provide customer service to internal and external customers and perform other assigned duties.
• Maintain food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality in work activities.
• Report risks or evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification products, equipment, packaging, or raw materials to a designated manager.
• Report to work on time and work overtime as required.

Benefits

• Healthcare, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, available the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) with match.
• Life insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Vacation time.
• Holiday time.
• Sick time.
• Bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager