Packaging Operations Manager Jobs in Fishkill, NY

Production / Manufacturing Supervisor Swing Shift

Location: New Paltz, NYPay: Annual Salary of $65,000 to $78,000 depending on experienceSchedule: Full-Time | Monday-FridayAvailable Shifts:

The Swing Shift Supervisor will work a shift that over laps our 1st Shift 7am to 3:30pm and 2nd Shift 3:30pm to 12am

At Viking Packaging, we know there is much more to making a box than cardboard. It takes skilled people, innovative thinking, and a commitment to quality. We're looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals who want to grow their careers in manufacturing.

As a Production Supervisor at Viking Packaging, you will play a pivotal role in driving safety, production, quality, and efficiency through our production team. Your expertise in manufacturing and production leadership will be crucial in nurturing the talents of our production team members to meet the needs of our customers.

Supervision and Team Management:

• Supervise a team of up to 30+ individuals in the daily production of quality corrugated products, ensuring a safe and productive environment with minimal waste.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring all employees follow safety policies.
• Foster high morale through fairness, consistency, and addressing employee concerns while maintaining confidentiality.

Production and Efficiency:

• Maintain quality, efficiency, and production levels as set by management.
• Oversee the day-to-day loading of trucks, including associated paperwork.
• Monitor and manage inventories of converting supplies.

Communication and Reporting:

• Keep upper management informed of departmental issues that may affect performance.
• Enforce corrective action procedures as needed and conduct meetings with violating employees.
• Coordinate with maintenance and management on repairs or preventive maintenance activities.

Employee Development and Cross Training:

• Develop a cross-training plan to ensure shift performance and success.
• Work with employees to promote and support their professional growth.

Continuous Improvement and Organization:

• Implement continuous improvement actions to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure organizational and attention-to-detail standards are met.
• Manage multiple issues concurrently, prioritize workload, and work under pressure to achieve performance goals.

• 5 years of manufacturing expereince
• 2 to 4 year proven track record of successful production management in a similar role.
• College degree preferred; High School Diploma/GED required.
• Enthusiastic, goal-oriented, safety-minded and a results-driven leader.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong leadership, crisis management, and conflict resolution skills
• Superior time management skills, including the ability to prioritize workload.
• Previous experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S
• Computer skills: Proficient in E-mail, Excel, Word, and company software.
• Understanding operating cost, knowledge of cost issues to make decisions that reduce overall costs.
• Ability to analyze data for identifying areas of improvement.
• Good mechanical abilities
• Basic math skills, including addition and subtraction of fractions.
• Ability to read and understand measurements on a tape measure.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Don't meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply. Viking Packaging believes in developing employees who are eager to learn and grow.

We invest in our employees and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual Salary of $65,000 to $78,000 depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Semiannual Profit Sharing
• Paid training and professional development through the Council of Industry

Viking Packaging has specialized in the manufacturing of corrugated packaging and providing logistical solutions to its clients, for the past 53 years. Viking is a 3rd generation family run business that continues to experience growth and improvement. Viking now serves a wide range of industries by delivering a high-quality product because they know packaging is fundamental to the operation of their customers.

Join Viking Packaging and be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence in the packaging industry. We are well positioned with building expansion, new equipment, and experienced support staff to support sales growth. If you have the skills, experience, and drive, we'd love to hear from you.

Viking Packaging is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We are dedicated to providing a work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 845-883-6325

http://vikingpackaging.com