Packaging Supervisor — Lead Fast-Paced Food Production (Bonuses)

Pure's Food Specialties, LLC.; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) Plan

Short term disability

Paid holidays

Production bonuses

Job summary

Pure's Food Specialties, LLC in Illinois is seeking a Packaging Supervisor to lead packaging operations and drive performance on the production floor.

You will coach teams, coordinate staffing, ensure safety and food safety standards, and collaborate across departments to improve efficiency. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading manufacturing teams.
• Experience operating packaging equipment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Basic math skills and the ability to interpret production information.
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations, food safety standards, and company policies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily packaging line operations under the direction of the Shift Manager.
• Coordinate employee activities, including work assignments, rotations, schedules, attendance, and staffing needs.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide hiring, coaching, disciplinary, and termination recommendations.
• Collaborate with management to maximize production efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Enforce all company policies, including safety, GMP, FDA regulations, and standards of conduct.
• Train, coach, and develop operators and line employees to improve productivity and performance.
• Ensure all packaging equipment is operating safely and efficiently, and report equipment issues as needed.
• Assign daily housekeeping and sanitation tasks to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Track production downtime, efficiency losses, and communicate opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure all products meet established quality standards and food safety requirements.
• Review and complete required quality control documentation accurately and timely.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.
• Maintain Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certification and ensure proper compliance with LOTO procedures.
• Communicate production updates, shift activities, and operational issues effectively during shift handoffs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Tools

Packaging equipment operation

Job description

Pure's Food Specialties, LLC in Illinois is seeking a Packaging Supervisor to lead packaging operations and drive performance on the production floor.

You will coach teams, coordinate staffing, ensure safety and food safety standards, and collaborate across departments to improve efficiency. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement.