Job Description As a key member of the Leadership Team, the Packaging Manager (PM) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of the Packaging Department. The PM ensures established volumes of quality products are packaged and shipped to our customers, providing numerous quality checks to achieve ‘zero-defects. Contributing to the establishment and maintenance of a safe workplace are the primary contributions of this position and to the overall success of the company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the packaging process for all products, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Develop and implement packaging strategies that prioritize safety and enhance product quality.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality assurance teams to optimize packaging materials and processes.
• Conduct regular safety audits and quality checks throughout the packaging process and implement corrective actions, as necessary.
• Monitor machine performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational efficiency and uptime.
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to ensure timely and effective machine repairs and upgrades.
• Prepare reports on packaging performance metrics, highlighting safety incidents and quality improvements to management.
• Ensure Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements are met for food safety.
• Deliver ‘zero defect’ packaged product volumes and warehouse shipments for delivery to customers.
• Implement practical continuous improvement Kaizen initiatives to improve operating results.
• Lead, train and mentor a team of packaging staff on best practices, safety protocols and quality control techniques.
• Maintain daily communication with the Purification and Order Processing Departments on the volume of products shipped and on the warehouse inventory level.
• Manage daily the forward-looking production plan to ensure volumes and granulations are provided “on-time” by Production Departments to meet orders.
• Monitor final product quality and granulation targets, re-book stock where necessary and provide feedback to production to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Lead by example, providing hands-on support when supervisory coverage is needed.
• Follow health and safety standards to prevent injury and actively identify and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• BSc, BTech, or Engineering Technology degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical (Mechatronics Engineering preferred).
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing management position preferably in food manufacturing or a related industry.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting form, fill, and seal (FFS) machines in a manufacturing or packaging environment is an asset.
• Strong understanding of packaging processes, equipment maintenance, and production workflows.
• Proven ability to lead and support teams through effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg, bending, standing for extended periods, and performing repetitive tasks.