Seasonal Packing Supervisor

LE1 See’s Candy Shops, Incorporated; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

See’s Candies is seeking a Packing Supervisor to oversee the packing staff, ensuring correct packaging and wrapping, and managing schedules to meet product demand. Night and weekend flexibility during peak seasons is required; shifts include 1st and 2nd shifts. Hourly pay ranges from $25 to $30 with variation based on location and experience.

The role involves training forepersons, enforcing SOPs, monitoring quality, and driving safety and cost-control initiatives across the Packing Department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; certificate in related areas preferred.
• 2-5 years’ experience supervising a union workforce with diverse staff.
• Excellent verbal and written bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise packing staff, training Forepersons, and performance management per union contract.
• Develop, implement and monitor inventory and schedules to ensure the schedule is completed.
• Assist Packing Management with scheduling to ensure product availability.
• Input or modify schedules using JRG/ROSS scheduling system.
• Monitor packing operations and product/packaging quality.
• Supervise machine operations and equipment performance.
• Maintain HRIS timekeeping and departmental records as required.
• Oversee product ordering through scheduling systems.
• Develop and enforce SOPs, GMPs, safety, and food safety practices.
• Lead safety, quality, cost-control initiatives within Packing Department.
• Coach and mentor direct reports; conduct performance evaluations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

People leadership

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science / Engineering / Business

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Food manufacturing experience

Tools

JRG/ROSS scheduling

Job description

Work is Sweet! 'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See’s Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See’s Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service. See’s is a leader in the confectionery industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA, a growing e-commerce business, and expanding opportunities internationally. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping us grow and thrive in our second century.

Job Description Summary: This position supervises the packing staff and ensures product is correctly packaged and wrapped, including and not limited to scheduling to ensure sufficient product supply to selling department. May require working night (second) shift and weekends during peak season(s); assigned shift will be based on business needs. Candidates must have the flexibility to work either 1st or 2nd shift based on business needs: 1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 2:45 PM 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 12:00 AM.

The pay range for this position is expected to be $25-$30 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description

Position Responsibilities

• Assists with the supervision of packing staff, including training and development of forepersons and performance management in compliance with union contract.
• Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of inventory and schedules to ensure schedule is completed.
• Assists Packing Management with scheduling when necessary to assure availability of products on inventory.
• Inputs or modifies schedules using the Packing Department scheduling system(s) (currently JRG/ROSS).
• Monitors general packing operations and quality of product and packaging.
• Monitors machine operations.
• Assists in computer input and departmental record-keeping including but not limited to HRIS timekeeping function(s) as required.
• Monitors product ordering through scheduling system(s) software.
• Develops, maintains, and enforces Packing Department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), food safety programs, and workplace safety practices to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of packaging equipment and processes.
• Monitors team performance and adherence to all established procedures, regulatory requirements, and company standards.
• Leads and actively supports company safety, food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), quality, and cost-control initiatives within the Packing Department.
• Drives employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement efforts to achieve operational, quality, and performance objectives.
• Maintains communication within Packing, Operations and to Selling divisions.
• Responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will improve departmental effectiveness.
• Builds people capabilities through coaching and mentoring of direct reports.
• Provides performance evaluations for their team.
• All See’s staff must be committed to the company’s core principles and workplace values, including diversity and inclusion.
• Performs special projects, and/or other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, certificate in relative areas preferred.
• Strong people management, communication, motivational, and customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written bilingual skills (English/Spanish) highly preferred.
• 2-5 years’ experience supervising a union workforce with a diverse employee population.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered.
• Food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong mathematical proficiency; excellent PC skills.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems or production scheduling preferred.
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in a positive manner.

See's is an EOE See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).

Welcome to See's Candies where every career choice is as delightful as our candy! Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, you've come to the right place to satisfy your career cravings. From crafting irresistible confections to spreading joy to customers, every role at See's Candies is a chance to make a difference and leave a lasting impression.

Like a Box of Chocolates, we believe that variety is the spice of life, and it takes many unique individuals working together to reach our common goals.

At See's, teamwork is the secret ingredient. For over 100 years, See's Candies has been dedicated to making candy Mary See's way; helping to make the world a sweeter place, one piece of candy at a time. See's has grown from one shop to over 240 shops across America, plus a flourishing online store, without ever compromising on the best tasting, highest quality candy around.