Packaging Manager I

SUMMARY
Manage and coordinate the activities of the Packaging Department. Optimize costs in the manufacturing of products, meeting quality and efficiency standards while upholding the policies and procedures of the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
• Responsible for guidance and compliance to SQF certification, maintaining General Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and housekeeping being inspection-ready at all times
• Responsible for manufacturing and filling of products to meet forecasts at the lowest cost possible consistent with quality standards
• Responsible for the safety and welfare of packaging employees and ensures department meets OSHA standards
• Measure KPI of the operations and share with team members
• Plans, coordinates, advises, and provides necessary resources for the Packaging department
• Coaches and develops Packaging team, ensuring job duties are performed efficiently and effectively through training and education
• Manages company’s assets, including financial ROI in Packaging, approving expenditures and installing safeguards to prevent excessive spending or waste
• Prepares quarterly and annual budgets
• Ensures compliance with corporate standards and systems to monitor food safety, food safety culture, quality and facility cleanliness
• Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment
• Other duties as required

FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead by example to ensure our highest quality manufacturing practices are being met
• Ensure team members follow all Ken’s Food Safety and GMP policies
• Ensure all work is completed in a safe and sanitary manner
• Ensure team members produce product free of contamination
• Ensure team members Report any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
• Ensure team members Inspect work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous basis

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages directly exempt level team leaders and indirectly responsible for non-exempt employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent; or five to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.