Senior Manager of Packaging Technology

Colonial Group; Fairfield (CA); Presencial; USD 160.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Calbee America, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Packaging Technology in Fairfield, CA. This role leads packaging development, maintenance, and regulatory compliance, ensuring equipment safety and efficiency across the plant.

The candidate will drive continuous improvement, SOPs, and cross-functional collaboration with QA, Sanitation, and Production to maximize throughput. The position demands strong leadership, 7 years in packaging, and a track record in consumer food packaging, with

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 7 years of experience in packaging leadership or related role.
• Experience in consumer packaging in a food production industry; strong engineering design & project management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee packaging development and maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize output.
• Troubleshoot packaging design, material, and process issues with cost-effective solutions.
• Lead SOP development for packaging equipment maintenance and inventory processes.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, SQF and other food-safety standards.
• Manage CMMS implementation and drive KPI performance (PMs, work orders, inventory).
• Lead packaging department, mentor staff, and coordinate cross-functional collaboration.
• Oversee budgeting, capital expenditures, and adherence to annual spending plan.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Project Management

Time Management

Continuous Improvement

Safety Protocols

Regulatory Compliance

Vendor Relations

Budgeting and Cost Control

CMMS Proficiency

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Packaging equipment (pillow/pouch bagmaker, scale)

Descripción del empleo

COMPANY NAME:

Calbee America, Inc.

POSITION TITLE:

Senior Manager of Packaging Technology

POSITION DUTIES:

Oversee and manage the packaging development process, and ensure all packaging equipment and facilities are maintained, resulting in minimal downtime, and maximized production output. Troubleshoot new and existing packaging problems involving design, material, and processes and provide creative, timely, and cost-effective solutions. Work closely with departments, including Production, Quality Assurance, and Sanitation to ensure equipment meets operational, safety, and food safety standards. Maintain adherence to packaging, and electrical regulations, and provide leadership in plant safety initiatives related to equipment. Lead initiatives to improve packaging procedures, and implement new innovations, equipment longevity, and overall efficiency of the plant's packaging machinery. Recommend capital expenditures for equipment and oversee the financial budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and adherence to the annual spending plan. Lead the creation and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for packaging equipment maintenance, parts inventory, and other related functions. Provide coaching, mentorship, and direction to the packaging and maintenance team, ensuring timely and efficient completion of tasks. Lead packaging CMMS implementation and system utilization within the department. Ensure the system is used to achieve key KPIs related to preventative maintenance, work orders, budget attainment, and inventory tracking. Responsible for compliance regarding all Plant, State, and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations. Collaborate with other departments to ensure finished products comply with food safety and quality specifications. Participate in the yearly review of the food safety system. Assist in maintaining SQF and other food safety and quality system requirements. Embrace an action-oriented, flexible, and innovative approach to packaging management, anticipating equipment and operational issues before they arise and addressing them proactively. Exhibit analytical thinking in diagnosing equipment and facility issues, making decisive choices that prioritize the plant's operational efficiency, product quality, and safety. Prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring that packaging maintenance schedules are adhered to, and downtime is minimized. Lead and manage packaging department objectives to ensure maximum productivity. Leverage extensive packaging experience in packaging equipment and people development, ensuring that machinery is updated, efficient, and in line with industry best practices. Demonstrate strong interpersonal leadership, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and open communication within the packaging team. Display flexibility in decision-making, adapting to unexpected challenges, and finding efficient solutions to equipment/maintenance issues. Prioritize building and maintaining relationships not only within the Packaging department team but also with other departments, vendors, and contractors to ensure cohesive operations.

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering or related field

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

7 years of experience in the position offered or related occupation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Experience in consumer packaging in a food production industry; Engineering design and project management; experience with Food Processing; Technical Expertise; Equipment Knowledge; Attention to Detail; Communication (Speaking, Reading, and Writing) in English; Problem-Solving; Decision Making; Team Leadership; Project Management; Time Management; Adaptability; Continuous Improvement; Safety Protocols; Regulatory Compliance; Vendor Relations; Budgeting and Cost Control; CMMS Proficiency; Training and Development; Interdepartmental Collaboration; Work Order Management; Strategic Planning; Performance Analysis; and extensive vertical pillow and pouch bagmaker and scale experience.

TELECOMMUTING/TRAVEL:

5% international and 10% to 20% domestic travel.

RATE OF PAY:

$172,078 per year

LOCATION OF POSITION:

Calbee America, Inc.
2600 Maxwell Way
Fairfield, CA 94534
and various unanticipated worksites throughout the US