Packaging Lead

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Located in Vineland, NJ

Salary: $28.93

Packaging Team Lead – Job Description

Reports To: Production Supervisor
Location: Vineland, NJ

Job Summary

The Packaging Team Lead supports the Production Supervisor in ensuring all packaging operations meet safety, quality, efficiency, and waste-reduction targets. This role oversees packaging employees, coordinates production activities, and maintains smooth and compliant line operations during the shift.


Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

  • Monitor and control all Critical Control Points (CCPs) in accordance with established procedures.
  • Coordinate line start-ups, changeovers, and adjustments to maintain optimal production flow.
  • Quickly identify and communicate deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor.
  • Ensure continuous packaging line performance with an emphasis on efficiency, quality, and product safety.
  • Address and minimize equipment stoppages; ensure lockout procedures are followed during downtime.
  • Maintain proper supply levels of raw materials, components, and packaging items.

Team Management

  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels at start-up and throughout the shift; notify supervisor of shortages or overstaffing.
  • Oversee all packaging employee activities, including breaks and task assignments.
  • Verify all employees are adequately trained for assigned duties.
  • Foster a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Documentation & Communication

  • Complete all required daily production paperwork accurately.
  • Communicate operational or mechanical issues to the supervisor and maintenance team promptly.
  • Collaborate with maintenance and quality departments to meet production targets.

Other Duties

  • Perform all tasks associated with the role and support continuous improvement initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

Interpersonal Skills

  • Strong communication and leadership abilities.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of directing staff.

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of GMPs and food safety requirements.
  • Strong understanding of packaging processes and equipment.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with Minitab and SAP preferred.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years in the food industry.
  • Minimum 2 years in an operations or production environment.

Express Office: Woodbury
877 Kings Highway
Suite 100
West Deptford, NJ 08096
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