Operations Manager-Extrusion

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

The Operations Manager will effectively manage the extrusion operations team to achieve maximum results for Safety, Quality, Productivity and Efficiency. Direct the day-to-day operations of the extrusion facility. Provide the leadership to develop teamwork among team members to allow them to continually improve process and products. This position is responsible for the supervision of at least 150 employees with at least 5 direct reports, which would manage the remainder of the work force.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing the overall vision for the manufacturing plant and its employees.
• Effectively develops and leads extrusion employees to execute policy deployment site-wide.
• Insure quality and service standards are met and exceeded through establishing of standards, statistical methods, good communication, follow-up and proper training.
• Direct efforts of Manufacturing Manager and Value Stream Leaders to accomplish plant and company goals.
• Develop the plant budget, including capital requirements, and manage to meet budget.
• Coordinate the plant operation with other areas including Sales/Marketing, R&D, Logistics and Material Management, Customer Service, other plants and technology.
• Provides leadership of production department through good planning, direction, communicating expectations and follow-up.
• Understands manufacturing process and operational principles of production in order to better direct efforts and make sound decisions.
• Keeps corporate management informed and updated on production and other issues as needed.
• Responds with appropriate level of urgency as situations warrant.
• Analyze production records to insure production meets capabilities.
• Works closely with Human Resources to develop overall training systems for all levels or plant organization
• Maintains high level of safety ensuring equipment and facilities are in proper condition.
• Enforces company policy and enforces safety regulation within the team.
• Comply with the Company’s goals and policies regarding affirmative action.
• Attend, participate, and lead cross-functional teams that involve all levels of Berry Global, and external customers.
• Identify and train an adequate number of individuals to act as backups or successors to your position.
• Develop and promote teamwork between the Extrusion and Printing departments.
• Facilitate leadership development in the extrusion operation.
• Promote continuous improvement as a champion of lean manufacturing.
• Promote continuous “leading edge” or “state of the art” extrusion technical improvements.
• Achieve agreed upon metrics.
• Will be directing the Nashville extrusion operation through direct reports.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Education: BS/BA degree required preferably in an Engineering Discipline; or ten years of manufacturing experience with three of those years being in Production Management; or a combination of both. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience : Minimum of 5-10 years manufacturing leadership experience preferably in plastics extrusion and preferably to include leadership of process engineering teams. Proven ability to develop high performing teams. Demonstrate strong supervisory and project management experience .
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions background is preferred.
  
  

Competencies

• Knowledge of and skills in the use of extrusion machines, office machines (computer and copier) and business procedures. Strong computer aptitude and experience.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Job functions will be performed in and around production, warehouse and office areas.
  
  

Effort/Physical Demands

• Must be results oriented and able to overcome multiple obstacles to achieve results. Must have excellent communication skills and very good persuasive skills. Need technical skills and a good ability to understand technical data and issues. Must be able to analyze and solve problems. Must be a “big picture” thinker with a basic understanding of financial as well as strategic issues. Must be a team player and able to keep in perspective personal goals and objectives and the overall organization’s performance. Work is performed in an office environment with frequent contact with others. Requires prolonged sitting and frequent bending, stooping and stretching, manual dexterity, the ability to distinguish letters, occasional lifting, and the use of office equipment.