Packaging Team Leader

Kao USA, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with company match

36 total days off (vacation + holidays + sick)

Job summary

Kao USA, Inc. in Cincinnati is seeking a 2nd Shift Packaging Supervisor to manage packaging operations and personnel on a 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM shift. You will ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA regulations, and maintain quality production in a safe and efficient manner.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business Management, along with at least 2 years of manufacturing and personnel administration experience. We offer a flexible work environment, competitive benefits, and a salary range of $70,000 - $80,000.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment, preferably in packaging.
• 2+ years in personnel administration.
• 1+ years as a Packaging or Project Engineer preferred.
• Working knowledge of Performance Metrics.
• Basic electrical or mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the assigned shift packaging operations and personnel.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and GMP.
• Evaluate current operations for safety and quality improvements.
• Mentor assigned shift packaging staff.
• Maintain compliance with training requirements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Role

You will manage the assigned shift packaging operations and personnel. Coordinate production/schedule requirements with Team Leader, Making. Insure compliance with all OSHA regulations, FDA regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices. Meet quality production requirements in a safe, efficient and timely manner. Reporting to the Senior Packaging Manager you will develop an effective Packaging staff and organization identifying solutions for future production requirements on assigned shift.

Shift Details

This is a 2nd shift role 2:00pm - 11:00pm

Benefits

At Kao, we offer amazing benefits that are available to you on your first day of employment (healthcare, 401(k) plus company match), 36 total days off (vacation + holidays + sick) and a reasonable salary range of $70,000 - $80,000.

What you will do

• Insure the safe, efficient and effective utilization of packaging personnel, equipment and financial resources.
• Insure compliance with all FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices and Quality Assurance Standards.
• Evaluate current operations and provide suggestions for continuous improvement to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate, coach, and mentor assigned shift packaging staff.
• Identify, write and obtain approval for all required departmental Standard Operation Procedures and Work Instructions. Audit and update current SOP's and WI's as required by Company policy.
• Complete and maintain 100% compliance with all training requirements for assigned shift packaging team.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

What you will need

• Engineering or Business Management Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience/training.
• 2+ years Manufacturing environment preferably in packaging environment.
• 2+ years Personnel Administration.
• 1+ years Packaging or Project Engineer (preferred).
• Strong Leadership and Decision Making Skills.
• Working Knowledge of Performance Metrics.
• Basic electrical or mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be proficient in using a computer.
• SAP experience.
• Ability to climb, bend and crouch.
• Good Team Work skills, attention to detail, strict adherence to all trained procedures and embrace Safety and Quality awareness.
• Flexibility to work different shift or hours.

What we offer

A friendly and flexible work environment with great compensation packages, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward thinking and new ideas.

Kao USA is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.