Years of experience : 5 to 10 Years
Key Focus Area
Supervise the packaging team, ensuring proper handling and packaging of finished
products.
Coordinate with production, quality assurance, and warehouse teams to ensure the
timely availability of approved materials and products.
Manage the setting up machines and ensuring that they are functioning properly.
Ensure that the packaging meets the specifications, including weight, size, and labeling
requirements.
Monitor and optimize packaging processes to minimize waste and downtime
Ensure that all packaging materials and processes comply with safety regulations,
especially considering the nature of chemicals.
Implement and maintain safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE)
use for the team.
Stay up-to-date with environmental regulations regarding chemical packaging and
disposal.
Inspect finished goods before packaging to ensure product quality meets standards
Ensure proper labeling of products including hazard instruction and warnings, batch
numbers, weight, gross weight and net weight as required by EPO.
Work with the quality assurance team to address any packaging defects or nonconformities.
Monitor inventory of packaging materials (e.g., drums, IBC, labels, polythene bags) and
ensure proper storage and availability.
Coordinate with purchase department for the timely ordering and delivery of packaging
materials.
Maintain records of stock levels and packaging material usage.
Maintain proper records of packaging activities, including production output, loss of
material, specimen label and any deviation encountered in batch packing record.
Maintain record of daily packaging area cleaning, insect killer, temperature and
humidity monitoring. Monthly reports on packaging performance, productivity, and any
safety or quality incidents.
Train staff on safe handling practices, machine operations, and packaging procedures.
Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce
downtime.
Ensure that finished goods are packed in a way that ensures safe transportation to
customers or distribution from warehouse.
Threshold skills and capabilities required to execute the role
A deep understanding of packaging materials, machinery, and production processes is
essential. This knowledge helps in making informed decisions and troubleshooting issues
effectively.
Knowledge of quality standards is paramount. A packaging manager should be skilled in
quality control techniques, inspections, and continuous improvement methods.
Packaging production can encounter various challenges, from machinery breakdowns to
supply chain disruptions. He/She should excel at troubleshooting and finding solutions
quickly.
The packaging industry evolves with new technologies and market demands. He/she should
be adaptable, willing to learn, and open to adopting new processes and technologies.
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