Packaging Manager

Insight Recruitment Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Packaging Manager in Mississauga to lead packaging operations in a regulated industry. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in management, preferably within the cannabis sector. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing operations. Join a growing team dedicated to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within packaging, production, or a related industry.
• Cannabis industry experience strongly preferred.
• Post-secondary education in a relevant field an asset.
• Solid knowledge of GPP, SOPs, and Cannabis Regulations.
• Strong computer skills: MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and experience with greenhouse or compliance software.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret and write technical documentation.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and coordinate the daily duties of Packaging staff.
• Provide direction, training, and ongoing feedback to staff.
• Monitor performance ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot automated packaging equipment and systems.
• Track packaging activities and inventory.
• Complete and submit accurate documentation for Quality Assurance.
• Maintain compliance with GPP, SOPs, and Cannabis Regulations.
• Use compliance software for data entry and tracking.
• Continuously evaluate workflows to improve efficiency.
• Ensure a safe work environment by enforcing health & safety protocols.

Job description

Overview

Packaging Manager at Insight Recruitment Inc. Reporting to the VP, Operations.

Are you an experienced packaging professional with a strong background in regulated industries? We are seeking a Packaging Manager to oversee our packaging operations and lead a motivated team to success.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and coordinate the daily duties of Packaging staff, ensuring timely and accurate task completion.
• Provide direction, training, and ongoing feedback to foster a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Monitor performance, ensuring adherence to best practices, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot automated packaging equipment and systems.
• Track packaging activities and inventory, including raw materials, finished goods, and supplies.
• Complete and submit accurate documentation, batch records, logs, and production metrics to Quality Assurance.
• Maintain compliance with GPP, SOPs, and Cannabis Regulations; partner with QA to resolve deviations.
• Use compliance software for data entry and tracking to ensure audit-ready documentation.
• Continuously evaluate workflows to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize yield.
• Ensure a safe work environment by following and enforcing health & safety protocols.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within packaging, production, or a related industry.
• Cannabis industry experience strongly preferred.
• Post-secondary education in a relevant field an asset.
• Solid knowledge of GPP, SOPs, and Cannabis Regulations.
• Strong computer skills: MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and experience with greenhouse or compliance software.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret and write technical documentation.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop employees.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing industry with opportunities to make a direct impact.
• Work with a team dedicated to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Leadership role with the chance to shape workflows, systems, and team culture.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Production and Product Management
• Industries: Manufacturing