What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Manager position at Saputo Inc.?
At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
JOB DESCRIPTION
At Saputo, we make contributions that matter every day. We're a growing team of dedicated and passionate people around the world with a longstanding history of excellence. Each of our employees bring their best every day and together we create high-quality products our customers and consumers enjoy. To learn more visit us at http://www.saputo.com/careers
How You Will Make Contributions That Matter
Responsible for the overall performance of the Blue Packaging Department while focusing on Safety, Quality, Cost and Employee Environment.
Actively promote and support food safety and product quality programs (i.e. GMPs, HACCP, quality and sanitation standards) and initiatives though working closely with the Quality Assurance team, plant management, operations and employees.
Manage and provide strong leadership, direction, support and development to a team of supervisors and department personnel.
Ensure optimum and efficient production schedules and employee schedules.
Work with our suppliers, customers, Production Planning and Customer Service to ensure customer needs are satisfied from product performance, quality, cost and timely shipment of orders. Work to minimize/eliminate customer complaints.
Lead trouble-shooting and problems-solving efforts through the facilitation of team meetings and on-the-floor leadership to effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement.
Monitor and maintain labor staffing accordingly to meet or exceed the labor cost per pound objectives.
Monitor, oversee and improve the safety and quality of the finished product and environment by maintaining the equipment and facility in a sanitary condition to meet regulatory, customer, and company standards, though working closely with plant sanitation and Quality Assurance.
Maintain a positive employee environment through consistent/fair practices and leadership in areas such as employee development, safety and training.
Develop a yearly departmental budget, in conjunction with the Plant Manager. Monitor and control departmental costs in comparison with budgetary standards. Measure/ focus on maximizing yields, productivity, controlling waste, labor efficiencies and monitoring spending.
Identify equipment downtime and machine problems and work with our maintenance staff to resolve issues leading to inefficiencies.
Develop and maintain positive and effective verbal and written communication with the Plant Manager, plant management team, supervisors, service groups and all employees to ensure smooth operation of the process.
Work cross functionally to improve plant efficiency and quality.
Promote and support the plant’s safety programs and policies to insure a safe, hazard-free working environment for all employees, through floor leadership and active role in plant’s safety teams.
Maintain, adhere to and administer company policies and procedures in the areas of Human Resources, Food Safety and Quality Assurance.
Perform miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
You Are Best Suited For The Role If You….
Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent experience.
Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory and food packaging experience, preferably in the dairy industry.
Strong employee safety, food safety, customer and quality focus.
Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions and implement to completion corrective actions.
Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles. Budgeting experience preferred.
Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently, with good analytical, time management and organizational skills.
Ability to lead, influence and motivate a large workforce through interpersonal and teambuilding skills.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Must be self-motivated, results oriented, possess high degree of initiative, and work well under pressure.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, Maestro, etc.
Values that align with the Saputo culture: Efficiency through Simplicity, Family Environment, Ownership and Commitment, Hands on Approach, Passion.
We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…
- Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
- Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
- Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products
In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre , Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
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