ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy. 

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Director of Operations position oversees the management of all areas of manufacturing to produce products and direct activities so that approved products are manufactured on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives. This position is responsible for the effective planning, directing and coordination of all functions for the Operations Department, which includes; Production, Plant Services (Maintenance and Facilities), Sales Support, Prepress, and Planning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Oversees all aspects of the organization’s manufacturing processes, including maintenance and facilities, production, shipping and receiving, supply chain and special projects.
• Provides strategic leadership to ensure lean manufacturing and engineering support for contract manufacturing facilities.
• Develops the manufacturing plan and establishes procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standards.
• Formulates and recommends policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation.
• Directs and monitors production managers in press, pouching, lamination, and slitting to accomplish goals of the organizational plan, consistent with established manufacturing and safety procedures. Acts as liaison between department management/subordinate levels, as well as executive levels to inform personnel of communications, decisions, policies and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes and results.
• Hires, trains, develops and evaluates staff. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Ensures compliance with current federal, state and local regulations. Consults with Human Resources Department at ePac Holdings as appropriate and required.
• Identifies, recommends and implements changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data. Directs the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards.
• Directs and coordinates various programs essential to manufacturing procedures (e.g., training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, security, etc.).
• Initiates and coordinates major projects (e.g., plant layout changes, installation of capital equipment, major repairs, etc.).
• Works with company’s quality departments to ensure operations and personnel are in compliance with all pertinent regulatory bodies including AIB, SQF-2 and OSHA
• Identifies projects related to operations, consistent with the company’s goals and objectives and necessary to maintain the organization's competitiveness is the marketplace. Provides leadership to implement identified projects.
• Provides recommendations for revisions or enhancements to schedules, resource allocation and production requirements.
• Participates in the annual strategic planning and budgeting process to develop plans in support of business development and global corporate initiatives.
• Reviews financial budgets for Operations Department and supporting departments.
• Monitor and review performance of direct reports, and provide prompt and objective coaching, mentoring and counseling. Resolve performance, job satisfaction, and interpersonal issues, balancing employee and department needs.