Packaging Supervisor (7:00am-3:30pm)

KVK Tech, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with annual

Job summary

KVK Tech, Inc. is seeking a Packaging Supervisor in Philadelphia to oversee daily packaging operations in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

You will lead packaging personnel, ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with Quality, Warehouse, Manufacturing, and Shipping to maintain smooth production flow. The role emphasizes coaching and developing staff, adherence to cGMP, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or other regulated manufacturing.
• At least 2 years of leadership, lead, or supervisory experience overseeing production or packaging personnel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP, data integrity principles, and packaging documentation practices.
• Experience using ERP or inventory systems such as SYSPRO, SAP, JDE or similar platforms.
• Proven experience training, coaching, and coordinating the work of operations staff in a fast-paced production setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily packaging operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production activities.
• Plan, assign, and adjust shift activities to support production schedules and staffing needs.
• Monitor packaging processes and floor activity for SOPs, line clearance, and housekeeping.
• Review batch records, logbooks, cleaning records, and production forms for accuracy.
• Coordinate with QA, Warehouse, Manufacturing, and Shipping to resolve issues affecting materials and schedule.
• Train, coach, and develop packaging line leaders, operators, and mechanics.
• Track productivity and downtime, identify trends, and propose improvements.
• Ensure data and transactions are accurately entered into ERP systems (e.g., SYSPRO).

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

College degree or technical certification preferred

Tools

SYSPRO

SAP

JDE

Job description

The Packaging Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily packaging operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant execution of production activities within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role leads packaging personnel, supports schedule attainment, enforces cGMP and safety requirements, and ensures packaging documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready. The Packaging Supervisor partners closely with Quality, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Shipping, and other cross-functional teams to maintain operational continuity, minimize downtime, and drive performance across the packaging area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily packaging line operations to ensure production activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with cGMP, FDA, DEA, OSHA, and company requirements.
• Plan, assign, and adjust shift activities to support production schedules, staffing needs, and operational priorities.
• Monitor packaging processes and floor activity to ensure adherence to SOPs, line clearance requirements, housekeeping standards, and approved procedures.
• Review packaging documentation including batch records, logbooks, cleaning records, and production forms for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Shipping, and other departments to resolve issues affecting material availability, packaging flow, and schedule execution.
• Train, coach, and develop Packaging Line Leaders, Operators, Material Handlers, and Mechanics to strengthen team performance, compliance, and technical capability.
• Track productivity, downtime, and operational performance trends and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure production data and transaction reporting are entered accurately into ERP systems such as SYSPRO and maintained in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and communicate shift updates, performance summaries, and operational concerns to management.
• Support investigations, continuous improvement initiatives, and departmental projects as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical, food, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
• At least 2 years of leadership, lead, or supervisory experience overseeing production or packaging personnel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP requirements, data integrity principles, and packaging documentation practices.
• Experience using ERP or inventory systems such as SYSPRO, SAP, JDE, or similar platforms preferred.
• Proven experience training, coaching, and coordinating the work of operations staff in a fast-paced production setting.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree or technical school certification preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of additional education.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and hold teams accountable for safety, quality, and performance.
• Working knowledge of packaging operations, production flow, and operator-level equipment oversight.
• Proficiency in packaging documentation review, production reporting, and compliance with data integrity requirements.
• Ability to analyze operational issues, monitor performance trends, and support process improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across departments and leadership levels.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple activities simultaneously, and adapt to changing production schedules.
• Solid understanding of regulatory expectations including cGMP, FDA, DEA, OSHA, and EPA requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with annual performance bonus eligibility
• Annual merit-based pay increases
• Automatic enrollment in a 401(k) at 3% pre-tax with 50% company match on the first 6% contributed
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Career growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for children and childcare expense reimbursement

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