The primary responsibility of the 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 Packaging

Manager directly supervises the packaging superintendents and packaging supervisors and indirectly supervises the hourly packaging employees. Manages and leads a team of supervisors to deliver quality and quantity of production to meet demand. Analyze production data from Redzone and PowerBI and implement strategies to improve performance Manage departmental budgets and control COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and provide ongoing feedback Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement and communicate clear performance expectations Create and ensure Standard Work is followed to achieve production result through employee leadership in a unionized environment 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. 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. Ensure the development of sound predictive and preventative maintenance programs which will reduce unplanned shutdowns and continuously improve plant reliability, profitability and product quality. to meet production demands Conducts regular shift meetings regarding safety,



production, quality and other important information. Lead continuous improvement projects focusing on OEE, throughput, and waste reduction Work Experiences ~6 or more years of experience leading a high-speed team in a packaging operation environment required. ~ Experience working in a CPG or Food Manufacturing environment. ~ Prior continuous improvement experience required. ~ Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Demonstrated understanding of sound HSSE practices and experience with quality systems (ISO, SQF, etc.). ~ Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays, if appropriate.

Continuous

Improvement or quality certification(s) strongly preferred. Industrial electric background, computer, PLC programming, mechanical troubleshooting preferred Essential Capabilities (knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Personal Attributes) Experience in driving continuous improvement – we need standardized work procedures to be developed and introduced in a way that is sustainable

- Keeps emotions under control
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit
- Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities
- Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans
- Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement
- Provides regular performance feedback
- Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external)
- Fosters quality focus in others
- Job applicants must already be legally eligible to work for Redpath Sugar Ltd. in a full time permanent role. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship or support for this role. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities.

📌 Packaging Department Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Redpath Sugar
📍 Toronto