Job Description
Job Description
Packaging Assistant Manager
Location: Miramar, FL
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $19 per hour
Minimum Required Qualifications
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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Associate or Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
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Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, packaging, or production environment.
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At least three (3) years of leadership experience in a production or operations setting.
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Strong mathematical, counting, and analytical skills.
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Experience working with production schedules and planning preferred.
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Knowledge of Manufacturing KPIs (Efficiency, Yield, Waste, Throughput, etc.) preferred.
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Proficient in Excel and/or Google Sheets.
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Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
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Clear and effective communicator with operators, supervisors, and management.
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Fluent in both English and Spanish (required).
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
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Review and analyze work orders, packaging specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOM); identify and correct discrepancies as needed.
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Assist the Packaging Manager in overseeing and coordinating daily packaging operations across multiple production lines.
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Ensure packaging operations meet production schedules, quantity targets, timelines, and quality standards.
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Monitor compliance with company policies related to materials handling, hoppers, packaging processes, and vehicle loading.
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Identify, troubleshoot, and assist in resolving machine setup issues and equipment malfunctions.
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Participate directly in daily and weekly packaging planning meetings.
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Coordinate cross-functionally with Planning, Inventory, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance teams.
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Prepare and submit operational, production, and KPI reports to the Packaging Manager and upper management.
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Support the supervision and development of packaging supervisors, line leaders, and operators.
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Serve as Acting Packaging Manager when required (coverage, PTO, or off-shift support).
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Track KPIs and support the preparation of production and performance reports.
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Identify opportunities for process improvements, labor optimization, cost savings, and waste reduction.
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Support the implementation of new procedures, equipment, and SOP updates.
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Assist with internal audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
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Ensure all packaging targets and quality standards are consistently achieved.
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Ensure operators are properly trained, qualified, and documented on equipment and processes; provide coaching and ongoing support.
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Enforce compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, sanitation requirements, and GMP guidelines.
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Maintain effective communication with all relevant departments to ensure smooth operations.