Packaging Supervisor – Lead Food Lines & Team Growth

Pures Food Specialties LLC; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k Plan

Short term disability

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Monthly production bonuses

Job summary

Pure's Food Specialties is seeking a Packaging Supervisor to lead daily packaging line operations, coach staff, and drive safety, quality and productivity on the production floor.

You will supervise packaging lines, coordinate staffing, evaluate performance, and collaborate with management to minimize downtime while complying with GMP and FDA regulations. The role offers opportunities for continuous improvement and LOTO compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading or directing employees in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and diagnosing production or packaging equipment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to effectively interact with employees and management.
• 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 a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of all packaging lines 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, break and meal periods, and company standards of conduct.
• Address employee concerns and resolve workplace issues in accordance with company policies.
• 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

Packaging equipment

GMP experience

FDA knowledge

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Tools

SCADA

PLC

Job description

Pure's Food Specialties is seeking a Packaging Supervisor to lead daily packaging line operations, coach staff, and drive safety, quality and productivity on the production floor.

You will supervise packaging lines, coordinate staffing, evaluate performance, and collaborate with management to minimize downtime while complying with GMP and FDA regulations. The role offers opportunities for continuous improvement and LOTO compliance.