Packaging Supervisor 2nd Shift

Florida Crystals / ASR Group • Buffalo, NY

6d • $56,500 - $105,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Supervisor is responsible for driving packaging department results through effective resource management, safe operating procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and regulatory compliance. This is a second-shift position reporting directly to the Operations Manager. The role directly supervises a team of 15 or more hourly associates and works to maintain food safety, product authenticity, legality, and quality.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of leadership experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, coach, and develop a team of 15–20 associates daily.
• Ability to lead by example and create a workplace culture that engages and motivates associates at all levels.
• 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 flexibility to switch shifts as required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience as determined by HR.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, schedule, and delegate work assignments to produce products that meet customer specifications, company quality standards, and 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 good performance; hold employees accountable; and resolve complaints and problems.
• Oversee and review required paperwork, reports, and documentation.
• Promote continuous improvement and Lean Six Sigma principles through ongoing 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 continuously 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 excellent customer service to internal and external customers and perform other assigned duties.
• Report to work on time and work overtime as required.
• Maintain food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality.
• Report risks or evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification products, equipment, packaging, or raw materials to a designated manager for prompt resolution.
• Directly supervise a team of 15 or more hourly associates.

Benefits

• Healthcare, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs, available the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) with company 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