Assistant Packaging Manager

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Florida Crystals, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's, Sidul and Whitworths. ASR Group companies also produce and market Tellus, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The primary responsibility of the Assistant Packaging Manager is to effectively plan, coordinate, and manage all of the packaging and bulk operations in a safe, environmentally responsible, quality-focused and financially responsible manner. The Assistant Packaging Manager directly supervises the packaging superintendents and packaging supervisors and indirectly supervises the hourly packaging employees.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review daily packaging operation with the packaging superintendent with respect to overall efficiency, product requirement, and production schedule. Review current inventory levels and anticipated customer demand with Logistics to assure adequate order fulfillment.
• Develop and implement plans to improve performance, drive continuous improvement, and build technical depth and leadership capability. Determine the future state of the department and develop and implement plans that drive towards the future state.
• Develop and maintain a good working climate by developing a team. Conduct performance evaluations on a timely basis and establish performance goals. Ensure that supervisors and superintendents are building teams, setting expectations, and holding employees accountable.
• Manage union relationship and grievances with Human Resources.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• 6 or more years of experience leading a high-speed packaging operation required.
• Experience working in a unionized environment required.
• Experience working in a CPG or Food Manufacturing environment required.
• Experience leading a large work group of 75+ employees required.
• Prior continuous improvement experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach and train employees.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of sound HSSE practices and experience with quality systems (ISO, SQF, etc.).
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays, if appropriate.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college; or equivalent experience.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Supervises the Packaging and Packaging Maintenance Supervisors and Team Managers, and through them, the hourly workforce of the department.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Analytical Thinking & Decision Making- Identifies and understands trends and/or issues; connects data points through analysis to arrive at a logical conclusion. Demonstrated ability to use data to drive decisions.
• Business & Financial Acumen- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing, and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better corporate decisions.
• Effective Communication- Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
• Customer Orientation- Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times. Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs. Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals visa application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction.
• Establishes Trust- Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrous and vulnerable.
• Problem-Solving- Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.

The pay range for this position is below. The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.

• Salary Range: $104,500 - $194,500

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Nearest Major Market: San Francisco

Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland