Supervisor, Packaging

Saputo•Lena, WI

About The Position

The Packaging Supervisor directly supervises production employees to maximize productivity on assigned shifts and areas. The role includes planning, assigning and directing work, addressing product and employee complaints, and resolving problems. The supervisor carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable laws. The position coordinates production activity with plant management and other supervisors, ensuring procedures support efficiency, product quality, employee safety, and compliance with state and federal guidelines. It oversees packaging materials and consumables, production schedules and changeovers, packaging equipment setup and adjustments, production reporting, records, employee training, and performance management. The supervisor also works across departments, promotes safety and continuous improvement, and supports consistent application of company policies and values.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent general education certificate.
At least an Associate’s degree in Operations Management or equivalent experience.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
Experience leading and following safety and security policies and procedures.
Proficiency with ERP solutions; SAP preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
Strong teamwork and leadership skills, including ability to work across functions and disciplines.
Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage, and retain employees.
Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, in support of plant operations.
Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds unassisted.
Fine manipulation and dexterity, and the ability to meet the stated vision requirements.
Ability to frequently sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of supervisory experience in a food packaging environment preferred.
Experience with SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, assign, direct, review, and monitor supervised employees’ work to maximize plant productivity.
Ensure procedures are established and followed for production efficiency, product quality, employee safety, and compliance with state and federal guidelines.
Inspect packaging materials and consumables for specification compliance and validate inventory against weekly and daily run schedules.
Direct setup, calibration, and adjustment of case formers, palletizers, labelers, coders, stretch wrappers, tape/gluer equipment, and other packaging support equipment.
Coordinate and communicate production schedules, changeovers, label specifications, and packaging codes to ensure accurate order completion and prevent over-runs.
Anticipate production-volume adjustments, assign daily duties, and establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
Use the ERP system to enter and report production results, volume, OEE, and planned and unplanned downtime by product type and order.
Complete and review production and packaging records, Master Cleaning Sanitation Lists, schedules, accident reports and investigations, and other required documents.
Coordinate, conduct, and track employee training and monitor work performance.
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
Use continuous-improvement methods to analyze and communicate root causes and preventive measures to resolve problems, increase uptime, and minimize mechanical or human-error disruptions.
Maintain required time and production records.
Collaborate with other departments to meet performance objectives.
Supervise employee scheduling and daily activities, including selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action, and performance management.
Apply company policies and procedures consistently and support progressive disciplinary actions in partnership with Human Resources.
Promote safety programs and policies to reduce incidents and near-misses.
Train and instruct employees on production and equipment standards and processes, and oversee implementation and enforcement of employee policies.
Perform manager-level responsibilities including training, writing and validating SOPs, planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating.
Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and apply Saputo values.
Perform other duties as assigned.