Job Description

Packaging Manager

Wood Dale, IL

$100,000-110,000

From design to delivery, Optimas integrates fastener manufacturing and distribution for greater inventory certainty, consistent quality, and a lower cost of ownership.

Fuel your passion with a career at Optimas. Become part of a team of diverse thinkers and doers who make a daily impact on our customers. We’re always looking for talented, self-motivated, smart and resourceful team members. And we’re committed to developing, supporting and driving your success.

Our Values are the THREAD that connects us as one team to ensure that we are accountable for our contributions to the success of our company and customers:

• Teamwork
• Honesty
• Respect
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Drive

To learn more, please visit our website http://www.optimas.com

Position Summary: The Packaging Manager is responsible for overseeing all activities within the sorting and packaging department. This includes, but is not limited to, proper equipment setup, equipment validation, and the correct operation of computerized vision sorting equipment. The Manager will be responsible for following IATF standards when inspecting, sorting, and packaging products for shipment. This role supports production efficiency through equipment setup, troubleshooting, employee training, and quality control activities. The position collaborates closely with the Sorting Associates, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure the safe, accurate, and efficient processing of customer products.

Areas of Impact:

• Set up, validate, and optimize computerized vision sorting equipment for production readiness.
• Ensure adherence to company safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Train and support Sorting Associates on equipment operation and best practices.
• Maintain product quality through setup validation, inspections, and periodic revalidation processes.
• Support production output through efficient equipment operation, maintenance, packaging, labeling, and inventory control activities.
• Manage daily activities to support monthly revenue and customer expectations.
• Monitor weekly KPIs to ensure OTD targets are met.
• Develop robust procedures to support sustained growth and team member development.

Key Competencies:

• Mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Computer proficiency and equipment operation skills.
• Reading comprehension and basic mathematical abilities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated ability to set up and operate automated vision sorting equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and maintain production and quality records.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and to lift up to 50 pounds; forklift experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.