Packaging Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the packaging operations including planning, scheduling, staffing, and performance.
• Ensure packaging lines run efficiently, safely, and within budget while meeting quality standards.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices for packaging activities.
• Monitor and develop action plans for key performance indicators (KPIs) such as efficiency, downtime, and yield.
• Collaborate with production, quality, logistics, maintenance, and supply chain teams to streamline operations.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develops and leads a high-performing team by setting clear expectations, investing in employee growth, and driving performance through structured coaching and development plans.
• Owns team capability and succession planning by partnering with cross-functional leaders to align talent development, training strategy, and long-term workforce needs with business objectives.
• Train, coach, and evaluate packaging team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and yield improving initiatives.
• Participate in new product launches, ensuring successful new product launches.
• Manage staffing, attendance, and other disciplinary processes as it relates to the packaging operation.
• Drive world class sanitation and equipment cleaning practices for packaging areas.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures to meet product specifications and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with the Quality team to address any quality deviations or concerns.
• Lead root cause analysis to identify and eliminate issues within the batching operation.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing/packaging environment.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of packaging machinery, automation, and production flow.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Proficient in using manufacturing software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.