Packaging Manager

Metro Pacific Fresh Farms; Bulacan; On-site; PHP 446,400 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading farm operation in Bulacan is seeking a Packaging Manager to oversee all packing house operations. The role requires a strong background in fresh produce operations and experience enforcing HACCP and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in food manufacturing and 2+ years in a supervisory role. This is a full-time position with a focus on quality, efficiency, and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in the fresh produce or food manufacturing industry.
• Strong experience in packing and handling highly perishable products.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily packing activities to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Enforce HACCP, GAP, and sanitation standards.
• Oversee manpower schedules and staff performance.
• Ensure proper maintenance of packing tools and temperature control.
• Align with QA/QC for quality checks and timely dispatch.
• Monitor productivity and resolve operational issues.

Skills

Packing operations knowledge

Microsoft Excel skills

Communication abilities

Cold chain handling knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

Packaging Manager

Position Title: Packaging Manager

Department: Packing House / Operations

Location: Metro Pacific Fresh Farms Greenhouse Facility

Reports To: Head of Farm

Job Objective: To lead and manage all packing house operations to ensure high‑quality, timely, and efficient packing of fresh produce. The Packaging Manager will implement best practices in sorting, grading, food safety, and documentation, ensuring compliance with quality standards such as HACCP and GAP while maintaining a disciplined and organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Packing Operations – Supervise daily packing activities to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient output while meeting quality and grading standards.
• Ensure Quality, Food Safety & Compliance – Enforce HACCP, GAP, GMP, sanitation standards, and maintain all required documentation and SOPs.
• Manage People & Resources – Oversee manpower schedules, staff performance, coaching/discipline, and packing material inventory.
• Maintain Cold Chain & Equipment – Ensure proper temperature control, handling, and maintenance of packing tools, machines, and pre‑cooling areas.
• Coordinate with QA/QC & Logistics – Align with QA/QC on quality checks and defects; ensure proper labeling, order preparation, and timely dispatch.
• Drive Productivity, Cleanliness & Reporting – Monitor yields and line efficiency, enforce 5S, resolve operational issues, and prepare production/manpower reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 35 years experience in the fresh produce / agriculture / food manufacturing industry, preferably in greenhouse‑grown produce.
• Strong experience in packing, sorting, grading, and handling highly perishable products.
• Knowledge of food safety systems such as HACCP, GMP, GAP, or similar certifications (advantage).
• Experience supervising packing line teams, manpower planning, and implementing productivity and quality metrics.
• Familiar with inventory control, yield monitoring, and coordination with QA/QC and logistics.
• Ability to manage documentation and compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role in fresh produce or food manufacturing.

Skills & Certifications

• Strong knowledge of packing operations for fresh produce.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (reports, trackers).
• Ability to create and follow SOPs, packing standards, and checklists.
• Strong communication and reporting abilities.
• Hands‑on and willing to be on the production floor.
• Training or certification in HACCP, GAP, GMP, or other food safety programs (preferred).
• Knowledge of cold chain handling (preferred).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Food Technology, Agribusiness, Industrial Engineering, or any related field.

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Job Function: Manufacturing
• Industries: Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing