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The Operations Manager is responsible for managing the operations of the plant to meet and exceed plant key performance indicators. This role manages the daily operations of the batch house, furnaces, hot end production, cold end production, and warehouse operations.
Job Responsibility:
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment using sustainable environmental policies and continuous improvement programs
Assist in people development of the operations team including succession planning, identifying training needs, recruiting and interviewing, annual salary reviews, and performance reviews
Ensure the manufacturing of glass containers is within customer specifications and quality standards are strictly adhered to while meeting the financial goals of the plant or department
Direct assigned plant department planning, scheduling, and production functions in consideration of scheduled projects, holidays, and maintenance repairs
Monitor and communicate process improvement initiatives and make recommendations to improve the manufacturing process and process control
Maintain good customer relations through regular communication and maintaining the highest level of quality
Work in coordination with plant engineering team to adhere to and improve on plant maintenance program
Assume Plant Manager responsibilities as required
Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies and programs within the departmental responsibilities
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing in a manufacturing environment
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience working in packaging or glass industry
Proficient working with Microsoft Office Suite
Travel up to 10%
Nice to have:
Undergraduate degree in engineering, business, or related field
Prior experience working in the glass container industry
Prior experience leading a unionized workforce
Prior experience working with SAP ERP
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
What we offer:
Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid holidays and vacation
Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Apprenticeship programs
Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups
Eligible to participate in the annual Ardagh Incentive Bonus (AIB) plan