Performance Leader - Packaging

Job Responsibilities

• Onboarding & Initial Training
• Design and implement structured onboarding programs for new operation team members.
• Create individualized training plans based on skill assessments and position requirements.
• Provide hands-on guidance during initial training periods.
• Monitor new employee progress and adjust training approaches as needed.
• Ensure proper safety and operational procedure training from day one.
• Skill Development & Cross-Training
• Develop comprehensive cross-training matrices for all operation positions.
• Identify high-potential employees for advanced skill development.
• Create and maintain skill progression pathways for each role.
• Implement mentorship programs pairing experienced operators with developing team members.
• Track and document employee certifications and capabilities.
• Cook with other departments to facilitate cross-functional training opportunities.
• Performance Management & Career Development
• Conduct regular one-on-one development discussions with team members.
• Set clear performance expectations and development goals.
• Provide ongoing feedback and coaching for continuous improvement.
• Create improvement plans for underperforming employees.
• Identify and develop future leaders within the operations team.
• Operational Leadership Responsibilities
• Team Management
• Maintain optimal staffing levels through strategic scheduling.
• Monitor and improve attendance patterns.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Lead daily shift meetings and team communications.
• Manage conflict resolution and team dynamics.
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts by embracing Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Operational Support
• Lead improvement efforts by writing and communicating control plans via S.O.P. documents.

Essential Skills

• Strong mentoring and coaching abilities.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver training content.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.

Work Schedule

• Regular shift schedule with flexibility for training needs.
• Available for all shifts during training periods.
• Occasional weekend availability for development programs.

Position Requirements/Qualifications

• Preferred bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Operations or a related field.
• 5+ years of direct management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be a result-driven leader within a time-sensitive environment.
• Must be a strategic thinker, planner, able to drive continuous improvement and achieve results.
• Must have strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, motivational, and communication skills which can be demonstrated in an everyday work environment.
• Firm understanding of KPI’s and delivering results.
• Experience in developing and planning forecast and executing operating budgets.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers including MS Outlook, Excel (i.e. pivot tables, formula, conditional formatting etc.), and Word.
• Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing experience.
• Possess high professional ethics, dependability, good judgment and ability to take decisive action.
• Adhere to company safety and quality standards.
• Experience with learning management systems.
• Background in adult education or training.
• Knowledge of skill matrix development.
• Experience in charcoal or similar manufacturing environment.
• Safety Promote 5S excellent housekeeping.
• Monitor equipment integrity and compliance to design specs.
• Foresight awareness for at risk behavior and conditions.
• Perform observations and monitor daily work practices.
• Encourage participation in Human Organization Performance Participation.
• Safety stewards; promote good mfg. standards.
• Maintain environmental requirements/ permit compliance.
• Supports safety related initiatives.