'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.
See's is a leader in the confectionary industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing great customer service.
Position Responsibilities
- Manages all packing supervisory and hourly employees including training, development, and performance management. Manages in accordance with the Union contract and coordinates the activities of the Packing Department.
- Manages packing department productivity. Monitors packaging material usage and costs.
- Develops and maintains computer spreadsheets for the accurate tracking of department productivity and budget. May require night shift work during seasons.
- Ensures packed candy quality by maintaining visual standards and monitoring rotation of bulk candy.
- Maintains a visible presence in packing area to monitor machine operations and quality of product packing and GMP’s.
- Participates in and leads meetings including departmental, safety and staff.
- Implements and leads See's Safety Program.
- Supports implementation of new methods, procedures, and systems to improve quality and food safety. Responsible for leading Food Safety and Quality efforts with the designated SQF Practitioner.
- Manages operations to comply with all applicable safety and food safety regulations, as well as Company safety policies, food safety and quality procedures and standards.
- Responsible for execution and adherence to Food Safety pre-requisite programs as well as food security/defense program
- In the absence of the Senior Manager, the Packing Manager will assume responsibility.
- Coordinates the ERP procedures on the floor, including the accuracy of the Packing inventory.
Minimum Qualifications
- Five years’ management experience in a packing and/or food manufacturing environment.
- Excellent management and communication skills, with a proven ability to provide leadership, motivation, and supervision to employees at all levels.
- Personal computer proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word) software applications. Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Management and production scheduling software preferred.
- Bachelor degree in Business and/or food-related industry, or equivalent work experience.
- Bilingual (Spanish preferred, Cantonese is a plus).
See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).