Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Packing Supervisor to manage day-to-day packing operations and supervise workers on the production floor at our tea packing unit in Maheshtala, Kolkata.

The candidate will be responsible for achieving shift-wise production targets while maintaining packing accuracy, product quality, hygiene, safety, and efficient manpower utilisation.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise packing operators, helpers, and other workers on the shop floor.
- Allocate manpower to packing machines and various packing activities.
- Ensure packing machines operate according to the production plan.
- Monitor hourly production and achieve shift-wise packing targets.
- Regularly check packet weight, sealing, appearance, and overall packing quality.
- Ensure the correct packaging material is used for each SKU.
- Verify batch number, manufacturing/expiry date, MRP, and other printed information.
- Monitor wastage of tea and packaging materials and take corrective action.
- Immediately report machine breakdowns and production-related issues.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team for machine breakdowns and repairs.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the packing area.
- Ensure workers follow food-safety, hygiene, and workplace-safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate shift-wise production and manpower records.
- Report manpower shortages, production delays, quality issues, and other problems to the Packing In-Charge.
- Assist in verification and monitoring of packaging-material stock.




- Ensure proper handling and storage of packed tea and finished cartons.
- Supervise the movement/loading of finished cartons to the finished-goods area.
- Ensure discipline and proper work practices among packing staff.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Shift-wise production achievement
- Labour productivity
- Packing accuracy
- Packaging-material and tea wastage
- Rejection and rework
- Machine downtime
- Attendance and manpower utilisation
- Housekeeping and hygiene standards

Candidate Requirements

- 2–5 years of experience in FMCG, food processing, tea packing, or a similar manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience supervising production/packing workers is preferred.
- Good understanding of packing machines and shop-floor operations.
- Ability to monitor production targets and manage manpower effectively.
- Basic knowledge of quality, hygiene, and food-safety practices.
- Ability to maintain production records and communicate issues clearly.
- Should be comfortable working in a production/packing environment.
- Strong supervisory, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- Candidates with experience in tea packing or FMCG packing units will be preferred.

Job Location :Maheshtala, Kolkata, West Bengal

Department: Packing

Reports to: Packing In-Charge

Experience: 2–5 years in FMCG/food/tea packing preferred

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Perks

- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Packing Supervisor – Tea Packing Unit (Kolkata)
🏢 CENTRAL AGRI TRADES
📍 Kolkata