Job Description:

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Packaging Supervisor oversees the daily shift operations required for the performance of bottling, warehousing, and logistics at Woodbridge Winery in Acampo, CA. This role also acts as the onsite maintenance lead for all production and operations equipment. The ideal candidate will balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on leadership to ensure the company’s goals are met through continuous improvement, reduced downtime, and optimized processes. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, this position helps develop, maintain, and execute bottling and shipment schedules and output plans while motivating the operations teams to achieve these goals. The supervisor will spend approximately 70% of their time on the floor, fostering a positive work environment through accountability, clear communication, and relationship-building.

Responsibilities: 

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  Operations Management:
  
  
  • Oversee daily Bottling, Operations to ensure performance goals are met efficiently. Follow Escalation Protocols, and SOPs as they pertain to the Supervisor Position.
  
  
  • Support the Maintenance team, addressing/supporting the repairs and preventive maintenance.
  
  
  • Support the Warehouse Team, in all matters of escalation as needed by the team.
  
  
  • Spend approximately 70% of time on the floor providing hands-on leadership and ensuring smooth daily operations.
  
  
  
  


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  Quality Assurance:
  
  
  • Enforce quality control standards throughout the bottling and warehousing process to ensure adherence to company specifications.
  
  
  • Perform routine inspections to maintain product integrity and prevent defects.
  
  
  • Collaborate with the quality team to address any deviations or product concerns.
  
  
  
  


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  Staff Supervision and Training:
  
  
  • Oversee approximately 45 employees, including foremen, ensuring optimal team performance and morale.
  
  
  • Manage employee timecards, time punches, and PTO requests accurately and efficiently.
  
  
  • Motivate and guide operations teams to meet schedules and output plans while fostering accountability.
  
  
  • Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to team members, promoting professional growth and a positive team environment.
  
  
  
  


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  Continuous Improvement Projects:
  
  
  • Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs).
  
  
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste minimization, and process optimization within bottling, warehousing, and logistics.
  
  
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to implement and sustain improvement initiatives.
  
  
  
  


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  Safety and Compliance:
  
  
  • Ensure all bottling, warehousing, and logistics operations comply with safety protocols, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
  
  
  • Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions for team members.
  
  
  • Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards in production and warehouse areas.
  
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 3+ years of experience in beverage alcohol industry operations or production.


• 3+ years of experience in maintenance of bottling equipment.


• Strong data analytics skills to analyze and improve operations.


• Creative problem-solver with the ability to develop innovative solutions.


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of SAP and Warehouse Management Systems.


• Strong leadership and people development skills to foster team growth and success.  Previous experience in a supervisory role, preferably in a winery, manufacturing, or logistics environment.


• Knowledge of bottling operations, warehousing, logistics, and production equipment.


• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience overseeing large teams.


• Proficiency in managing timecards, PTO, scheduling, and team performance.


• Experience leading continuous improvement projects, with knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies preferred.


• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.


• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to foster a positive team environment and collaborate with stakeholders.

• Commitment to spending significant time on the floor (approximately 70%) to provide hands-on leadership.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment 

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods and work on a computer for extended periods.


• Ability to work indoors and outdoors.


• Comfortable working in warm or cold climates.


• Must be able to work in high places, on wet surfaces, and near moving mechanical parts and lift truck traffic.


• Exposed to loud noise, fumes, and/or toxic chemicals.


• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.


• Capable of lifting to 50 pounds. 

Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods and work on a computer for extended periods. Lifting may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Location

Acampo, California

Additional Locations

Job Type

Full time

Job Area

Operations and Production

The salary range for this role is:

$78,800.00 - $118,200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.  At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

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