Converting Operations Manager at The Judge Group Inc. in York, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Location: York, PA

Description: Converting Operations Manager



Overview: The Converting Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the production facility's converting operations, which include reclose packaging, pouching, and zipper application. This role involves supervising multi-shift operations and providing technical oversight to ensure efficient and high-quality production.



Key Responsibilities:



Manufacturing:

• Develop and maintain efficient workflows within the department.


• Ensure a consistent supply of materials.


• Maintain accurate production reporting and documentation.


• Oversee daily departmental activities.


• Ensure effective employee training programs.


• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.


• Manage staffing requirements, including vacation planning and coverage.

Technical/Quality:

• Achieve quality, production, productivity, and safety goals.


• Collaborate with the Technical Department on customer or machine tooling.


• Perform quality control testing and enter data into the database.


• Coordinate with the Technical Department for trial/product development materials and specifications.


• Oversee and ensure compliance with food safety/SQF standards, including SOPs, pre-operational checklists, audits, and recalls.


• Manage projects, including the selection, installation, and startup of major equipment purchases.


• Identify and implement equipment, process, and procedural improvements.


• Comply with all company-wide and department-specific SOPs, including those related to employee health and safety, SQF, GMP, and SGP.

Supervisory:

• Oversee and coordinate activities of shift personnel, including Shift Supervisors.


• Conduct employee evaluations and direct staff development.


• Manage disciplinary actions as needed.


• Address issues and situations objectively and fairly based on company policies and guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Management experience in a flexible packaging operation, with a focus on converting operations (e.g., pouching, reclose packaging).


• Basic mechanical skills.


• Strong problem-solving abilities.


• Ability to analyze P&L results from manufacturing data.


• Good communication and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing ERP systems.


• Knowledge of web handling processes.


• Experience leading manufacturing teams.


• Excellent organizational, time-management, and presentation skills.


• Ability to solve complex problems with limited standards and time.


• Self-starter with initiative.


• Project management skills and the ability to gain buy-in from all organizational levels.


• SQF Certification is a plus.

Contact: mmcknight@judge.com


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