Assistant Packaging Manager

Job description

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 Process Department Manager is to effectively plan, coordinate, manage and control all the raw sugar and processing operations for the Refinery. Responsibilities include sucrose losses and production cost while maintaining the highest product quality while minimizing environmental issues and maximizing efficiencies. The Assistant Process Manager also has the responsibility for meeting and maintaining established safety, sanitation, and environmental regulations. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Act as a safety leader for the team, ensuring all protocols are adhered to and issues resolved to keep the team safe. Review daily and weekly process operation with the Process Team Managers to improve overall Refining Efficiencies Review current product inventory level and anticipate customer demand with Logistics to assure adequate order fulfillment. Guide the daily and weekly activities of the Process Team Managers and Supervisors to ensure proper prioritization based on business need. Review the previous day’s operational outcomes with the Process Manager to create plans to mitigate production issues which could affect customer delivery, product quality, or production demand while proposing solutions. Review and prioritize maintenance and cleaning schedules to assure that repairs and cleaning prioritize safety, quality and cost. Develop and implement plans to continuously improve departmental performance while balancing short- and long-term objectives. Determine the long-range needs of the department and develop plans that implement solutions through capital projects. Work with Process leadership to develop required training, cost reduction, and other necessary programs or initiatives within the department to help achieve overall plant goals. Understand unit operations efficiencies and improve operations to minimize sucrose losses. Develop and lead employees in the transition to a culture of accountability. Give feedback as necessary in accordance with established plant policies and procedures while maintaining a high level of fairness and uniformity. Utilize Laboratory data and/or on-line process analytical instrumentation to troubleshoot production issues. Work cross-functionally daily and on special projects to achieve Plant and Company goals. 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. Location Crockett, CA Salary Range $104,500.00 to 194,500.00 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.