Packaging Manager - USC Saltville, LLC

United Salt Corporation; Saltville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Saltville, Virginia, is seeking a Packaging Supervisor. This role involves overseeing daily packaging operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality control standards, and training packaging employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of packaging equipment, and at least 1-5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing. An associate's degree or substantial production experience is required. Competitive salary and benefits are offered in this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of previous supervisory or management experience in manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of packaging equipment and leadership abilities.
• Advanced educational degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily packaging operations and manage production targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality control standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor packaging employees.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Understanding of packaging equipment

Proficiency in production metrics

Quality standards

Food safety requirements

Education

Associate's degree in a technical field

5–10 years of production experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Timekeeping/payroll systems

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing and Operations

Requisition Number: PACKA001181

Posted: March 31, 2026

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: On-site

Locations

Saltville
864 Ader Lane
Saltville, VA 24370, USA

Operational Leadership and Responsibilities

• Directs daily packaging operations, including shift scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management to meet production targets.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and policies, quality control standards, food safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and accuracy in labeling and packaging materials.
• Assists in addressing any production issues or quality defects regarding finished product.
• Coordinates with maintenance teams for preventative maintenance and repairs on bagging line equipment as well as associated equipment.
• Supervises, trains, mentors and develops packaging employees, including leads and operators, fostering a culture of safety and performance.
• Ensures packaging efficiency, productivity, and adherence to production schedules.
• Manages inventory control for packaging materials, ensuring adequate supplies with a focus on minimizing waste.
• Analyzes performance data (OEE, uptime, capacity utilization, etc.) to identify bottlenecks and implement cost‑effective improvements.
• Works well with all departments to coordinate work needed with Warehouse and Shipping, Quality and Maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Warehouse and Shipping Manager to oversee day‑to‑day packaging and warehouse operations; ensure work is performed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor production performance, staffing, and workflow; address constraints and coordinate support (maintenance, quality, procurement) to meet daily targets.
• Maintain housekeeping and workplace organization standards (e.g., 5S) in assigned areas; reinforce safe work practices and proper equipment use.
• Identify and resolve day‑to‑day production issues; complete assigned action items and elevate risks or recurring issues to management.
• Maintain the department training matrix and ensure required training is completed and documented; provide training materials and on‑the‑job coaching; coordinate refresher training assignments; and deliver training as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day supervision for employees in the packaging and warehouse areas.
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Train and coach employees on safety requirements, mobile equipment operation (as applicable), standard work, and daily operating procedures.
• Assign work, set expectations, and monitor performance; address employee concerns and resolve routine issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain required individual training and certifications; support cross‑training and onboarding for new or reassigned employees.

Quality and Food Safety Role

• Verify compliance with the HACCP plan and GMPs through established documentation and routine checks of processing/packaging activities.
• Monitor operations using documented procedures and policies; report nonconformances and implement or coordinate corrective actions to maintain compliance.
• Complete required verification and documentation activities accurately and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience – 1–5 years of previous supervisory or management experience in manufacturing operations.
• Skills – Strong understanding and technical knowledge of packaging equipment, leadership abilities, proficiency in production metrics, quality standards, and food safety requirements.
• Education – An advanced educational degree is preferred; extensive professional and practical experience is generally accepted.

Other Skills

The ability to develop a strong sense of accountability. Problem‑solving skills utilizing metrics. The ability to develop a strong team structure through effective communication.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

Associate’s degree (or higher) in a technical or process‑related field with 3+ years of production experience. In lieu of a degree, 5–10 years of production experience (including experience as a production lead) may be considered.

Core Skills

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); timekeeping/payroll and web‑based systems (e.g., E‑Time Sheet).
• Read and apply safety rules, instructions, and technical manuals; write routine reports and documentation.
• Basic math and production reconciliation (production, shipped/received totals and metrics).
• Problem‑solving and judgment; interpret and carry out written/verbal instructions (including diagrams and schedules).
• Core competencies: Accountability, Big Picture Thinking, Communicates Effectively, Continuous Improvement, Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Initiative.
• Work environment characteristics: wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, extreme temperatures, work at heights, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, risk of electrical shock and vibration, moderate noise.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently required to use hands for handling and feeling; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and communicate effectively (talk and hear).
• Required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Other Requirements

Must successfully complete post‑offer screening requirements, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment/reference verification, and education verification.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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