Packaging Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Forest Park, IL

VetJobs; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 80,325 - 112,455; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Annual bonus

Job summary

VetJobs in Forest Park, Illinois is seeking a Packaging Supervisor to oversee hourly production and warehouse teams. The role emphasizes in-person collaboration to support production schedules, with core hours 4pm–4am on a 4-3 schedule and adherence to FDA, GMP, and HACCP/SQF guidelines.

Responsibilities include directing operators, maintaining shift change communications, and driving quality through continuous training and lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and preferred bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tight timelines.
• Proficient with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Independent, self-sufficient with a strong sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions.
• Participate in development and implementation of plans to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility.
• Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines.
• Direct and guide operators in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, packaging, shipping).
• Responsible for shift change management and daily production standards.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Prioritization

MS Office

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Job Category

Manufacturing

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

The Packaging Supervisor, reporting to the Packaging Manager, is responsible for supervising hourly employees and executing production and logistics plans. The Packaging Supervisor is responsible for overall operations of the assigned shift, including warehouse, labor relations, production, site security, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change.

Core Hours are 4pm-4am on a 4-3 schedule.

Ways you will make a difference

• Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions


• Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility


• Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines


• Direct and guide operators and their activities in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, baking, packaging, shipping, etc.)


• Responsible for shift change management and communication as well as daily production standards and labor reconciliation


• Develop employees to ensure compliance and achieve quality


• Resolve problems and mitigate operational issues that result in negative performance


• Support Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager


• Owns regulatory compliance and food safety process, including: proper sanitary condition, allergen control, pest control, food safety policy, employee safety policies and procedures, and maintaining MCRS sustainability standards


• Participate in daily food review


• Support and execute relevant projects as needed

Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Effective time management


• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite


• Independent, self-sufficient with a strong sense of urgency


• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred

Minimum 2 Years Experience

• Previous manufacturing experience


• Experience working with SAP


• Understanding of GMP principles

Process, Packing, And Mechanical Experience Strongly Preferred

• Experience managing people, with ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization


• Maintain expectations for creating high quality and food safe products through compliance with regulatory requirements and by upholding a strong quality culture.

What We Offer

• health insurance


• dental insurance


• 401(k)


• paid time off (PTO)


• eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $80,325 to $112,455 annually.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

City

Forest Park

State

Illinois

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Ferrara

Salary Range

$75,000-$100,000