What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Manager position at Zing Recruiting?
Packaging Operations Manager - Direct Placement Opportunity
Lead the team. Shape the process. Keep the lines moving.
We’re looking for a hands-on Packaging Operations Manager to own all day-to-day packaging floor activity, from safety and quality to line performance and team development. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and love making things run better, this is your spot.
What You’ll Do
You’ll spend time in both office and plant areas with exposure to noise, machinery, temperature changes, and standard PPE requirements.
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Lead the team. Shape the process. Keep the lines moving.
We’re looking for a hands-on Packaging Operations Manager to own all day-to-day packaging floor activity, from safety and quality to line performance and team development. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and love making things run better, this is your spot.
What You’ll Do
- Keep safety at the forefront and hit all KPI goals
- Make sure packaging schedules and OEE targets are met
- Reduce overtime and drive efficiency across every line
- Maintain line standards for labor, speed, and quality
- Use lean manufacturing tools to boost performance
- Manage waste goals and maintain equipment readiness
- Develop a strong, motivated team with clear growth paths
- Partner with safety, quality, engineering, warehouse, and more to keep operations running smoothly
- Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, or engineering
- 3 years in high-speed production or packaging (liquid, dry, or powder)
- Strong lean manufacturing experience with measurable results
- Proven leadership skills with experience developing teams
- Ability to lead process improvements and manage multiple shifts
- Strong communication, strategic thinking, and data analysis abilities
- Comfortable making fact-based decisions and challenging the status quo
- Ability to juggle multiple projects without losing momentum
You’ll spend time in both office and plant areas with exposure to noise, machinery, temperature changes, and standard PPE requirements.
#ZINGNJ
#ZINGZIP
#zingnjhv