Supervisor, Packaging

Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA•Suffolk, VA

About The Position

As one of the largest coffee roasters in North America, you will have an important role helping us reach millions of coffee drinkers daily by supervising our packaging operations. This includes oversight of multiple lines, as well as engaging and leading frontline employees to achieve productivity goals. You will also be accountable for delivering the highest standards of Quality and service to MZB-USA customers. The ideal candidate must exhibit strong leadership and communication skills, as well as a continuous improvement mindset in order to drive results throughout the manufacturing organization. We take pride in our culture, so this role will also entail developing teams, coaching, and mentoring. Leadership skills that engage and exhibit integrity, ownership, and accountability to foster a positive work environment are a must. Decision-making with an inherent ability to command, consult, gain consensus, and deliver effective delegation are also essential for this role. We brew greatness together™ and our culture is the key to our success. If you join us and have a strong work ethic, the opportunities to grow and expand your responsibilities are limitless!

Requirements

BA or BS college degree required
At least 3 – 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (CPG preferred)
Required: supervision in a high volume manufacturing facility with specific experience overseeing the operations of multiple packaging lines
Must have strong problem solving and planning skills with a focus on planning, prioritizing, and executing effectively
Strong leadership and coaching skills are mandatory for this role
Ability to direct, consult, gain consensus, and deliver effective delegation
Experience with Continuous Improvement (CI) required
Able to work independently with minimal supervision in a busy environment
Willing and able to work rotating shifts in support of a 24-7 production operation
Must have efficiencies using Microsoft Office and PC based systems, with expertise in Word and Excel
Must be able to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with all levels of the organization
You must be reliable and a good communicator because you will be part of a team that the company relies on to help drive our culture as a great place to work. MZB-USA takes pride in what we do and we are looking for people who want to learn and grow with us.

Responsibilities

Supervise the packaging teams assigned to our high-speed packaging lines, while ensuring safe and efficient operations
Foster a workplace environment consistent with the MZB Way values and mission outlined by the leadership of company – this includes engaging and developing the front-line teams
Supervise and lead the team’s performance and issue corrective actions as needed
Lead and coach teams for stronger engagement; coach and develop team members to help ensure productivity goals are met
Collaborate with other departments, including the corporate office personnel
Focus on continuous improvement and cost-savings initiatives as they relate to quality, production, and safety, as well as LEAN manufacturing and OEE goals; must have some experience with improving plant efficiencies
Ensure effective employee relations; coach and develop team members to handle daily business needs to meet goals and objectives
Manage employee work schedule and eliminate unnecessary overtime
Make employment decisions, conduct employee reviews, resolve employee issues and take appropriate disciplinary actions in accordance with policies and procedures (i.e., the areas of appearance, attendance, work habits, etc.)
Track absenteeism and timekeeping; review Time & Attendance system coding to the line and reverse mischarges if necessary
Assist with department evaluation of reports, decision-making, and establishing goals; utilize resources to accomplish plant objectives through the establishment of effective organizational relationships and effective controls
Supervise daily schedules; collaborate and work with Planner and Maintenance teams to effectively coordinate optimum workflow of packaging lines
Ensure all procedures are followed properly and in full compliance with federal, state, Corporate, manufacturing, and safety standards are met
Perform other duties and special projects as needed