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Title: Packaging and Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Fort Morgan, CO
Position Overview
The Western Sugar Cooperative is seeking a results-driven Packaging and Warehouse Supervisor to lead shift operations within our packaging and warehouse facility in Fort Morgan, CO. Reporting to the Packaging and Warehouse Manager, this role is central to driving a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and lean manufacturing principles across all packaging and warehousing activities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands value stream thinking, champions waste elimination, and empowers frontline teams to identify and solve problems at the source.
Essential Functions
- Model and champion a zero-injury safety culture by embedding safety into daily standard work, participating in gemba walks, and reinforcing safe behaviors through consistent, visible leadership aligned with the site safety plan.
- Sustain a clean, organized, and hazard-free production environment through rigorous 5S discipline and regular workplace audits.
- Lead and develop packaging shift leads using lean leadership principles — setting clear expectations, supporting daily accountability, and coaching teams to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).
- Foster a culture of employee engagement and continuous improvement by actively listening to frontline ideas, facilitating problem-solving, and recognizing contributions at all levels.
- Develop, standardize, and sustain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) using documented best practices; train personnel to standard and hold teams accountable to consistent execution.
- Ensure seamless shift-to-shift transitions through structured shift handoff processes, visual management tools, and optimized scheduling to eliminate gaps in communication and performance.
- Apply structured root cause analysis methodologies (5-Why, fishbone/Ishikawa, A3 thinking) to drive permanent corrective actions and prevent problem recurrence.
- Partner with Procurement to maintain reliable packaging material flow, applying pull-system and inventory management principles to minimize shortages and excess.
- Collaborate closely with the Maintenance team to execute and continuously improve a robust Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program, reducing unplanned downtime and improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Lead by example in demonstrating the Cooperative's Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Openness & Trust, Teamwork, Entrepreneurship, and Social Responsibility.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Third-Party Audit standards; treat audit readiness as a daily operating standard, not a periodic event.
- Partner with the Quality Manager and Process Operations staff to sustain product quality, using data-driven decision making and defect prevention over detection.
- Drive a customer-first mindset across the team, using customer complaint data as an input to continuous improvement priorities and root cause investigations.
- Spend the majority of time (80%+) on the floor conducting gemba walks, engaging with employees, removing barriers, and coaching in the moment — leading from where the work happens.
- Demonstrate the commitment and flexibility required to support operations beyond standard hours when business needs demand it.
Skill & Experience Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent hands-on experience in a lean manufacturing environment will be considered.
- Minimum 2 years of proven supervisory leadership in packaging, food manufacturing, or a comparable production environment.
- Demonstrated track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives with measurable results in safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and methodologies including 5S, standard work, visual management, TPM, root cause analysis, and kaizen facilitation.
- Strong communicator across all levels of the organization — equally effective coaching hourly team members and presenting to plant leadership.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret operational metrics and translate them into actionable improvement plans.
- High energy, collaborative, and results-oriented with a genuine passion for developing people and improving processes.
Travel Requirements: None
Title: Packaging and Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Fort Morgan, CO
Position Overview
The Western Sugar Cooperative is seeking a results-driven Packaging and Warehouse Supervisor to lead shift operations within our packaging and warehouse facility in Fort Morgan, CO. Reporting to the Packaging and Warehouse Manager, this role is central to driving a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and lean manufacturing principles across all packaging and warehousing activities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands value stream thinking, champions waste elimination, and empowers frontline teams to identify and solve problems at the source.
Essential Functions
- Model and champion a zero-injury safety culture by embedding safety into daily standard work, participating in gemba walks, and reinforcing safe behaviors through consistent, visible leadership aligned with the site safety plan.
- Sustain a clean, organized, and hazard-free production environment through rigorous 5S discipline and regular workplace audits.
- Lead and develop packaging shift leads using lean leadership principles — setting clear expectations, supporting daily accountability, and coaching teams to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).
- Foster a culture of employee engagement and continuous improvement by actively listening to frontline ideas, facilitating problem-solving, and recognizing contributions at all levels.
- Develop, standardize, and sustain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) using documented best practices; train personnel to standard and hold teams accountable to consistent execution.
- Ensure seamless shift-to-shift transitions through structured shift handoff processes, visual management tools, and optimized scheduling to eliminate gaps in communication and performance.
- Apply structured root cause analysis methodologies (5-Why, fishbone/Ishikawa, A3 thinking) to drive permanent corrective actions and prevent problem recurrence.
- Partner with Procurement to maintain reliable packaging material flow, applying pull-system and inventory management principles to minimize shortages and excess.
- Collaborate closely with the Maintenance team to execute and continuously improve a robust Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program, reducing unplanned downtime and improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Lead by example in demonstrating the Cooperative's Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Openness & Trust, Teamwork, Entrepreneurship, and Social Responsibility.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Third-Party Audit standards; treat audit readiness as a daily operating standard, not a periodic event.
- Partner with the Quality Manager and Process Operations staff to sustain product quality, using data-driven decision making and defect prevention over detection.
- Drive a customer-first mindset across the team, using customer complaint data as an input to continuous improvement priorities and root cause investigations.
- Spend the majority of time (80%+) on the floor conducting gemba walks, engaging with employees, removing barriers, and coaching in the moment — leading from where the work happens.
- Demonstrate the commitment and flexibility required to support operations beyond standard hours when business needs demand it.
Skill & Experience Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent hands-on experience in a lean manufacturing environment will be considered.
- Minimum 2 years of proven supervisory leadership in packaging, food manufacturing, or a comparable production environment.
- Demonstrated track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives with measurable results in safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and methodologies including 5S, standard work, visual management, TPM, root cause analysis, and kaizen facilitation.
- Strong communicator across all levels of the organization — equally effective coaching hourly team members and presenting to plant leadership.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret operational metrics and translate them into actionable improvement plans.
- High energy, collaborative, and results-oriented with a genuine passion for developing people and improving processes.
Travel Requirements: None
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in packaging supervisor jobs.
- Three to five years of supervisory experience in a packaging or manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of GMP, food safety, or pharmaceutical compliance standards
- Ability to read and enforce standard operating procedures and production schedules
- Experience operating or overseeing automated packaging lines, fillers, or labeling equipment
- Strong communication skills for leading teams across multiple shifts
- High school diploma or GED required, with an associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Tips for Your Packaging Supervisor Job Search
Quantify output metrics on your resume
Hiring managers for packaging supervisor roles respond to numbers. Replace vague claims with specifics like units produced per shift, downtime you reduced, or line efficiency you improved. Reviewers skim dozens of resumes and concrete operational results stand out fast.
List equipment and line types you have run
Many postings filter candidates by familiarity with specific packaging lines, fillers, labelers, or checkweighers. Name the exact machinery you have operated in a dedicated skills section so your resume surfaces when recruiters scan for that equipment by name.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists packaging supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your shift experience
Packaging supervisor roles are heavily shift-dependent. If you have led night shifts or rotating schedules, search for those terms in job postings and call it out explicitly in your cover letter. Employers filling overnight roles often struggle and move faster on those applications.
Prepare scenario answers about line stoppages
Interviewers for packaging supervisor positions almost always ask how you handle an unexpected line stoppage or a quality hold. Prepare two or three real examples that show your decision-making process, how you communicated with the team, and how quickly production resumed.
Negotiate start date around any active certifications
If you are mid-way through a food safety, forklift, or OSHA certification, mention it during the offer stage. Many employers will adjust your start date or cover the remaining cost rather than lose a qualified candidate over a few weeks of timing.
Packaging Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most packaging supervisors?
The most active employers for packaging supervisors right now are CITY BREWING COMPANY, QUAD, and Balchem, and the most openings are in California, New Jersey, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Food and beverage manufacturers and third-party logistics providers tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many packaging supervisor jobs are remote?
About 0% of packaging supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require a physical presence on the production floor. The small remote share tends to be in quality systems oversight, documentation roles, or multi-site coordination positions that do not require hands-on line supervision every day.
How do you become a packaging supervisor?
Start by building hands-on experience as a packaging operator or line technician so you understand the equipment and production flow from the ground up. Move into a team lead or lead operator role to demonstrate you can coordinate people, not just run machinery. Add a food safety or GMP certification relevant to your industry, then apply for supervisor openings that match the product type and line environment you already know.
Can you get a packaging supervisor job with little experience?
Some employers will consider candidates with strong lead operator or team lead experience even without a formal supervisor title, especially in high-turnover environments like food processing or contract packaging. Focus on roles at smaller facilities or co-manufacturers that often promote from within. Highlight any time you trained new hires, covered for a supervisor, or managed a shift independently, since those examples make up for a missing title.
What does the packaging supervisor interview process look like?
Most packaging supervisor interviews involve a phone or video screen with HR followed by an in-person visit that often includes a floor walk of the facility. Expect behavioral questions about how you have handled safety incidents, quality failures, or attendance issues on your team. Some employers add a second-round conversation with the operations manager or plant manager before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to packaging supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to packaging supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and shift preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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