Packaging supervisor job description

Schedule: 7pm-7am

Among North America’s leaders in quality, safety and productivity, Pharmaceutical Associates Inc. manufactures and markets generic liquid pharmaceuticals. We have been at the forefront of producing better-targeted suspensions, oral solutions, elixirs, syrups and liquids for nearly 50 years.

PAI offers a broad portfolio of more than 60 prescription and over-the-counter therapies to treat patients. Some of our core strengths include brain, immune, metabolic and digestive health. For the OTC market, we provide a wide variety of affordable medications to treat allergies and upper respiratory symptoms, minor aches and pains, constipation and more.

To meet the unique needs of retail chains and independent pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities and government agencies, PAI offers standard bottle packaging and ready-to-dispense packaging. In fact, PAI was the first independent manufacturer to develop vertically-integrated unit dose (UD) packaging, and the first to offer complete lines of hard-to-find liquid products in both out-patient and UD packaging.

We are expanding our packaging department and are always on the lookout for the BEST employees!

KNOWLEDGE

Perform all functions of a Pkg Coordinator
Delegate Packaging assignments daily
Inspect equipment to ensure good condition and order equipment needed
Communicate department issues & status updates
Collaborate with other departments in formulation of new products
Monitor and maintain required batch records - responsible for audits on paperwork requirements
Answer questions and provide direction and training

TECHNICAL APPLICATION

Placement in Supervisor position based on interview and selection process

DIRECTION

Minimal supervision required. Completes work assignments independently and selects the most appropriate method for non-standard work.

SOFT SKILLS

Intentional Leadership
Coaching/Counseling

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE, including disability/vets

PAI uses e-verify

Ability to work overtime required.

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.
**Summary**

Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of production associates to achieve required production and quality standards in a safe, efficient, and effective manner and for promoting and maintaining positive working relationships within the production group.

**Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities**

Trains, directs and develops subordinates to meet operating, safety and quality requirements within the department and/or area.Supervises production staff to ensure product quality and integrity and ensures all finished product meets or exceeds customer requirements.Creates and maintains an environment that is conducive to retaining associates. Consistently administers Company policies and procedures.Supports and promotes the Company's annual People, Products, Profitability and Planet goals through effective and efficient planning, communication and coaching, training and overall direction of the workforce.Creates and implements, with management approval, new ideas and methods to improve production efficiencies, CSI, QI, Safety scorecard.

**Minimum Education**

Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in manufacturing environment.

**Experience Requirements**

0-3 years work experience. Should be computer literate with skill in Microsoft Office. Requires experience with various industry accepted procedures, including HACCP, SPC, etc., and plant efficiency as it related to yield, lbs./birds, pmh, line speeds and automatic process equipment. Proven track record demonstrating ability to lead people and get results. Must be able to organize multiple protocols/projects and complete on schedule. Requires prior supervisory experience. Knowledge of an ability to provide strong customer orientation. Must be able to communicate to all levels of the organization; possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to travel to other facilities and plants for meetings and/or Company business.

**Experience Preferred**

**Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements**

1. May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. 2. May need to access files, supplies and equipment. 3. When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

_Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status._

The Quad-City Times is looking for a hands-on Supervisor for our Packaging Department. This is a night-time role working from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. including weekends. This position requires some experience in distribution processes and equipment as well as strong supervisory skills, excellent organizational skills and good people skills. Applicants must have a demonstrated proficiency in quality control, equipment maintenance and staff development.
Qualified candidates will have:

* Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines, set priorities, control waste and produce quality work.
* Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate orally in conversation both in person and by telephone.
* Strong people skills and the ability to interact with others and remain focused while dealing with multiple objectives and timelines.
* The ability to work in a team setting, developing and motivating people, and embrace the concept of teamwork.
* Self-motivation with the ability to work independently.
* Mechanical and troubleshooting abilities
* A valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

As part of Lee Enterprises, the Quad-City Times offers a professional work environment, a focus on growth opportunities for employees and a full benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. All applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen and background check prior to commencing employment.

Why Join Us?

Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match. We also offer generous paid time off to allow the flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents.

Lee Enterprises is a leading provider of high-quality local news, with 77 daily newspapers in 26 states that have print, digital and e-replica versions. Lee's newspapers have a combined circulation of more than 1.2 million daily. Our digital sites attract more than 44 million unique visits monthly. We also have a rapidly growing roster of digital products for consumers, and are committed to aggressive digital growth.

Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce whose diversity reflects the communities we serve. Lee embraces change, and we recognize that we must create and maintain a culture of fervent inclusion. For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net.

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.

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* Davenport, IA, USA