Packout Lead & Shift Supervisor

Ajasianfoods; Carthage (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is seeking a production technician to operate plant machinery and packaging lines. You will supervise packout staff, ensure correct materials and codes, and monitor product quality throughout shifts.

The role requires ability to handle heavy loads, perform changeovers, and maintain HACCP-compliant operations. Prior manufacturing experience and forklift/pallet jack certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Prefer High School Diploma/GED.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing environment or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Reliable and self-driven with minimal supervision.
• Forklift/PalletJack certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervises employees in the packout area.
• Comply with GMPs, safe practices and SOPs.
• Check packaging materials, raw materials, and coding for accuracy.
• Ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.
• Perform machine changeovers as required.
• Replenish packaging supplies (film, boxes, glue, ink, labels).
• Adjust machines as needed and detect malfunctions.
• Clear away damaged containers and keep area clean under HACCP.
• Clean and sanitize machines between products.
• Troubleshoot minor issues and liaise with mechanics.
• Maintain awareness of production flow upstream/downstream.
• Transport packaging supplies from warehouse using electric pallet jacks.
• Install rolls/boxes onto packaging machines; follow buddy system for heavy loads.
• Climb stairs to access equipment and adjust as needed.
• Stack cases onto skids up to 6 ft high.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is seeking a production technician to operate plant machinery and packaging lines. You will supervise packout staff, ensure correct materials and codes, and monitor product quality throughout shifts.

The role requires ability to handle heavy loads, perform changeovers, and maintain HACCP-compliant operations. Prior manufacturing experience and forklift/pallet jack certification are preferred.