Packaging Manager - USC Saltville, LLC

Hiring Manager: Chris Crawford

Salary Exempt Position

Company - United Salt Saltville, LLC

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership – Directs daily packaging operations, including shift scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management to meet production targets.
• Quality & Compliance – Ensures compliance with safety regulations and policies, quality control standards, food safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and accuracy in labeling and packaging materials.
• Customer Complaint Management – Assists in addressing any production issues or quality defects regarding finished product.
• Equipment Maintenance – Coordinates with maintenance teams for preventative maintenance and repairs on bagging line equipment as well as associated equipment.
• Team Management – Supervise, train, mentor and develop packaging employees, including leads and operators. Fostering a culture of safety and performance.
• Production Planning – Ensure packaging efficiency, productivity, and adherence to production schedules.
• Inventory Control – Responsible for packaging materials Inventory control, ensuring adequate supplies with a focus on minimizing waste.
• Process Improvement – Analyzes performance data (OEE, Uptime, Capacity Utilization, Etc.) to identify bottlenecks and implement cost-effective improvements.
• Teamwork and Collaboration – Works well with all departments to coordinate work needed with Warehouse and Shipping, Quality and Maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Other Duties – Other duties as assigned

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Warehouse and Shipping Manager to oversee day-to-day packaging and warehouse operations; ensure work is performed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor production performance, staffing, and workflow; address constraints and coordinate support (maintenance, quality, procurement) to meet daily targets.
• Maintain housekeeping and workplace organization standards (e.g., 5S) in assigned areas; reinforce safe work practices and proper equipment use.
• Identify and resolve day-to-day production issues; complete assigned action items and escalate risks or recurring issues to management.
• Training: Maintain the department training matrix and ensure required training is completed and documented. Provide training materials and on-the-job coaching; coordinate refresher training assignments; and deliver training as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day supervision for employees in the packaging and warehouse areas.
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Train and coach employees on safety requirements, mobile equipment operation (as applicable), standard work, and daily operating procedures.
• Assign work, set expectations, and monitor performance; address employee concerns and resolve routine issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain required individual training and certifications; support cross-training and onboarding for new or reassigned employees.

Quality Role and Responsibility:

Ensure compliance with site quality and food safety processes by verifying that documented procedures are followed for all applicable activities. Serve as an active member of the Food Safety and Quality Team.

Quality and Food Safety Role and Responsibilities:

• Verify compliance with the HACCP plan and GMPs through established documentation and routine checks of processing/packaging activities.
• Monitor operations using documented procedures and policies; report nonconformances and implement or coordinate corrective actions to maintain compliance.
• Complete required verification and documentation activities accurately and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience – 1-5 years of previous supervisory or management experience in manufacturing operations.
• Skills – Strong understanding and technical knowledge of packaging equipment, leadership abilities, proficiency in production metrics, quality standards, and food safety requirements.
• Education – An advanced educational degree is preferred, but extensive professional and practical experience is generally accepted.

Other Skills

The ability to develop a strong sense of accountability. Problem-solving skills utilizing metrics. The ability to develop a strong team structure through effective communication.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

Associate’s degree (or higher) in a technical or process-related field with 3+ years of production experience. In lieu of a degree, 5–10 years of production experience (including experience as a production lead) may be considered.

Core Skills:

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); timekeeping/payroll and web-based systems (e.g., E-Time Sheet).
• Read and apply safety rules, instructions, and technical manuals; write routine reports and documentation.
• Basic math and production reconciliation (production, shipped/received totals and metrics).
• Problem-solving and judgment; interpret and carry out written/verbal instructions (including diagrams and schedules).

Competencies:

• The successful candidate will demonstrate the following core competencies:
• Accountability: Takes ownership of results; follows through on commitments; and holds self/others to established standards.
• Big Picture Thinking: Understands how daily decisions impact safety, quality, cost, and service; prioritizes work to meet overall business objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Shares information clearly and respectfully; listens for understanding; and escalates issues appropriately.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve safety, quality, and productivity; supports standard work; and participates in problem-solving.
• Customer Focus: Delivers quality product and service; meets commitments; and maintains a sense of urgency to support customer needs.
• Growth Mindset: Seeks feedback; learns from mistakes; and pursues training and development opportunities.
• Initiative: Takes appropriate action without being asked; identifies and addresses issues proactively; and supports others as needed.

Working Environment: 

• The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme temperatures. The employee is frequently exposed to work at heights, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently required to use hands for handling and feeling; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and communicate effectively (talk and hear).
• Required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Other Requirements:

Must successfully complete post-offer screening requirements, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment/reference verification, and education verification.