Production Manager

About the role

Join ProAmpac, a global leader in flexible packaging solutions, where you'll be part of a team shaping the future of packaging. We're committed to safety, success, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe work environment by following and enforcing all OSHA and regulatory standards.
• Maintain food safety compliance, including SQF standards and good housekeeping practices.
• Provide clear leadership, coaching, and development to team members to meet safety, quality, and performance goals.
• Communicate daily with the Operations Manager and cross-functional teams to manage short-term production schedules.
• Ensure adherence to the quality management system and support a culture focused on delivering consistent, high-quality products.
• Assist with productivity measures, production/cost variance reviews, and problem-solving to minimize operational delays.
• Apply lean/continuous improvement methods to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve on-time delivery.
• Support all workplace safety policies, including reporting injuries, incidents, and hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging or Management preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of relevant experience; flexible packaging converting/printing experience preferred (flexo, lamination, thin-gauge films).
• Previous leadership experience is required.
• Experience with statistical analysis and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Strong communication skills; able to articulate ideas clearly at all levels.
• Highly organized, self-directed, and able to prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills; quick learner in new processes and technologies.
• Professional certifications (optional/asset/mandatory based on role needs).
• Flexible, resilient, and solution-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Able to resolve conflict constructively.

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage performance effectively.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Personable, customer-focused, and skilled at relationship building.

Skills

• Understanding of production machinery.
• Strong technical capabilities.
• Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Statistical analysis.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match. Customizable group benefits include health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance. Paid time off and career development opportunities are also available.

Schedule

This is a night shift opportunity with a 6pm–6am schedule, rotating every 2-2-3 days.

Pay

Compensation ranges from $85,000–$95,000 base salary, plus bonus potential.