Packaging Manager

hwh; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

401(k) match

Health insurance

Job summary

We Pack Logistics in Maxton, NC is seeking a Packaging Manager to lead the contract packaging and repack function with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will manage labor, equipment, and materials to meet targets and customer specifications, while driving cost efficiency and operational excellence.

The role requires a hands-on, proactive leader who can optimize staffing, coordinate with production and warehousing, and deliver reliable customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 4+ years related experience.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Strong leadership skills engaging with all team members positively.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily packaging work to ensure the highest level of customer service.
• Ensure the packaging function operates efficiently and profitably while meeting customer needs.
• Oversee the planning function and personnel for the packaging operation.
• Assist Production Supervisor in staffing levels with internal/external staffing partners to meet timelines and financial targets.
• Collaborate with warehousing to provide seamless, single service for the customer.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years related experience

Job description

Job Title: Packaging Manager
Location: Maxton, NC
Company: We Pack Logistics
Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits

The Packaging Manager will be a hands-on, self-motivated individual with an ability to lead the contract packaging and repack function while prioritizing safety, quality, continuous improvement, and labor cost management. The Packaging Manager is responsible for the financial and operational performance of the packaging function for the location of focus. This individual will not be satisfied with just meeting daily objectives, they will constantly be looking to make improvements within the operation. They will oversee the labor, machine performance, and supporting material movements to ensure production deliverables meets the planned targets and customer’s quality and specification needs.

STARTING PAYRATE: $90,000 - $110,000 based on experience and education

PRIMARY WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday

*Depending on demand, in some instances, extended work hours may be needed

What You'll Do:

• Manages the daily execution of packaging work at locations of responsibility to ensure the highest level of customer service
• Ensures the packaging function executes work efficiently and profitabily while partnering closely together to meet all customer needs
• Oversees the planning function and personnel for the packaging operation
• Supports Production Supervisor in appropriately managing staffing levels by working with internal and external staffing partners to ensure customer and operational timeline commitments are met while hitting financial targets
• Effective collaborates and partner with the warehousing side of the operation to guarantee a seamless, single service for the customer

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree or 4+ years related experience.
• Strong communicator written and orally.
• Strong leadership skills who can engage with all team members positively.

Benefits You Can Actually Benefit From:

Work-Life Balance: We offer 9 paid holidays each year, along with generous paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal needs, ensuring you have the time to recharge and focus on what matters most.

Retirement Savings: We provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match, helping you save for the future while enjoying today.

Comprehensive Health Benefits: We offer a full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure you and your family are covered. With affordable premiums and flexible options, you can choose the coverage that works best for you.

EMPLOYEE BONUS REFERRAL LEVEL I

We Pack is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.