DIRECTOR, PACKAGING OPERATIONS

In this fast-paced and technologically advanced setting, you'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as Brewing, Quality Control, Supply Chain, and Engineering to achieve a seamless and integrated operation.

In the absence of the General Manager, your ability to make broader full site operational decisions and maintain operational coherence will be crucial for the business's overall success and continuity.

Business Outcomes :

Run + Build + Grow - the department, function and / or business through strategic insights and direction. Establishes budgets, policies and long-term roadmaps

People and Teams :

Directs the work of others up to and including Sr. Manager and has authority for resource planning, hiring, performance, development, disciplinary action and termination

Know-How :

Extensive knowledge of principles and trends for multiple disciplines and how they can impact business success

Responsibilities

• Drive the relentless implementation of a strategic plan through the development of autonomous and high-performing working teams that adeptly manage packaging operations on a 24 / 7 schedule.
• Identify opportunities for optimization using data, propose innovative solutions, and streamline workflows to reduce waste.
• Develop & deploy transformation initiatives aimed at enhancing packaging processes and efficiency.
• Diligently monitor departmental budget performance, implementing corrective actions when necessary to achieve desired financial results for year-on-year improvement.
• Oversee capital planning to ensure effective allocation of resources for packaging operations.

Strategic Planning (40%) :

• Develop and lead the strategic planning process for Packaging, empowering the Packaging team to achieve ambitious objectives that are aligned to overall company objectives.
• Articulate the Packaging department's priorities to stakeholders with clarity and precision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to continuously improve packaging efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.

Team & Leadership Functions (60%) :

• Forge an unwavering commitment to Safety and Quality as cornerstones of all packaging operating plan, ensuring a culture of vigilance, safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor, coach, and inspire at all levels within Packaging and across the site.
• Ensures the execution of performance & development reviews across the department ensuring comprehensive evaluations that acknowledge achievements, address challenges, and outline opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and deploy a tiered training program for packaging operators
• Define department communication strategies to ensure performance & priority alignment across all shifts.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is preferred, with 8 years of relevant experience in Packaging, Food Science, Engineering, or related fields.
• Exhibit advanced technical expertise in the Brewing Alcohol industry, with proven abilities in bottling, canning, quality control, and sanitation.
• Showcase an impressive track record of strategic planning, process optimization, and innovation within the Brewing industry.
• Possess exceptional leadership skills, empowering you to take initiative and thrive in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrate outstanding communication and problem-solving acumen, including the ability to navigate challenging customer situations tactfully.
• Exhibit a proficient to advanced level of proficiency in office-related software, enabling seamless documentation and data analysis.
• Sustain physical ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift light objects regularly.
• Engage in the frequent operation of various office machines to facilitate smooth workflow.

Working Conditions :

• Fast-paced and constantly changing work environment.
• Flexible time including days, evenings, overnight shifts, as needed.
• Overtime work, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to push / pull / move up to 50+ lbs.
• Ability to stand 8-12 hours per day.
• Ability to ascend / descend stairs throughout the day and sit for extended periods of time

At Mark Anthony, we live by 5 Core Values every day. They are our core belief and cornerstone of our culture. These values are non-negotiable and the DNA one needs to be successful at our company.

For this reason, they also become the requirement of how we design jobs and what we look for in those we hire and promote.

Sense of Urgency

Our business moves fast and so do we. We understand the power of now.

We have relentless drive and believe if it can be done, we're the ones who will do it first.

Authenticity

We need to stay real because our brands, our stories and our culture must remain genuine to thrive.

When we have the best intentions for all, we create space to be our whole selves and do great things together.

Simplicity

Our lives are complicated enough. So why use 50 words when you can use 5?

We thrive in ambiguity and change, but we also know how to translate our goals into simple explanations and actions.

Humility

Egos distract us. When we're humble, we're open to listen, take feedback and change direction quickly.

We're here for each other, and together we do great things.

Trust

We respect and rely on each other. Trust is the backbone of our relationships, and we work hard not to break it. This level of trust allows us to be all-in and take comfort in the support of our teams.

At Mark Anthony, we believe every team member shares the responsibility of understanding how each of our roles and actions impact Quality, Food Safety, Safety and Continuous Improvement.

This collective mindset is the cornerstone of our success as a leader in the consumer beverage space and requires us to mutually build and improve robust processes that guarantee unmatched customer satisfaction and safety.