The Packaging Supervisor is responsible for overseeing packaging operations to ensure products are filled, packaged, and prepared for distribution in accordance with company quality and safety standards. This role monitors machine operations, leads team members, ensures we are hitting production targets, and ensures compliance with all operational guidelines.
This role will be supervising our 2nd Shift operations, which run roughly 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
- Ensure all team members follow safety protocols and properly utilize required PPE at all times.
- Lead, direct, and mentor staff to achieve production goals and company objectives.
- Monitor and document production output and personnel performance; hold team members accountable and administer disciplinary action when necessary.
- Communicate material or equipment issues to the Maintenance department to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
- Enforce compliance with all cGMP, HACCP, and food safety standards, promoting a culture of safety and quality.
- Review and execute daily production schedules, adjusting labor allocation as needed to meet operational demands.
- Partner with Inventory teams to resolve discrepancies, variances, and posting errors to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Prior experience as a Packaging Supervisor or in a similar leadership role within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong knowledge of packaging operations and production processes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and delegate tasks.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and team management skills.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems.
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Free Life and Disability Insurance.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- 401 (k) with a 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Access to thousands of free online courses.
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
- Referral Program with a cash bonus.
- Access to on-demand pay.
- Paid parental leave.
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands, including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin®, and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.