Packaging Supervisor - Nights

job purpose:  

This position is responsible for all personnel and equipment within the Packaging Department during the scheduled shift. The primary activities include, administration of time and attendance for employees, equipment troubleshooting, operational program execution and development, achieving and tracking production goals, facility safety and quality awareness, and material and inventory tracking and monitoring. 

responsibilities:  

• Responsible for operator supervision, training and reporting on the daily operation of the packaging equipment which consists of blow molding, filling, labeling, case packing, and ancillary equipment needed for operations and cleaning. 

• Manage production lines through all aspects of schedule: production, sanitation, and production changeovers. 

• Be Audit Ready: Have floors and drains cleaned as needed, have recording charts in proper condition and check state seals on equipment, inform management as needed. 

• Inform other departments of necessary changes or run conditions and report to Packaging Manager any problems encountered, and then follow any further instruction from management.  

• Check tanks and equipment to assure proper CIP and make sure all equipment is ready for production at the end of CIP. 

• Ensure packaging equipment is being maintained in perfect condition by maintenance. Ensure PM’s and work orders are being written and executed by working closely with the maintenance department personnel. 

• Maintain inventory of supplies, of assigned items.  

• Take inventory of consumables supplies daily ensuring that we have sufficient quantities.  

• Responsible for department performance during shift. 

• Manage violations of company policies, procedures, and working rules through 1 on 1 coaching or reporting to appropriate manager. 

• Follow all safety and working rules.  

• Perform other duties as assigned by management. 

• Must be able to read and interpret equipment drawings and Process and Instrumentation Diagram’s. Specifically, for fluid processing equipment and packaging equipment. 

skills/qualifications required:  

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline is preferred or six years of experience in a leadership role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required. 

• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment 

food safety requirements:  

• Escalate any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety. 

• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas. 

• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company. 

• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system. 

• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system. 

• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected. 

• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required. 

position location: Coopersville, MI 

reports to: Plant Director 

travel requirements: 10% 

exempt/nonexempt: Exempt