Coating Business Unit Mgr.

Avery Dennison; Town of Greenfield (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Dennison in Greenfield, IN, is hiring a Coating Business Unit Manager to lead 24/7 Coating and Finishing operations. You will mentor shift managers, drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and manage budgets and cost variances through strong financial oversight.

As part of the Plant Leadership Team, you’ll coordinate production, workforce planning, and cross-functional collaboration to meet production, quality, and cost objectives while advancing Lean initiatives such as ELS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6+ years of Operations/Manufacturing experience with 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow, and continuous improvement strategies (ELS, Six Sigma, 5S).
• Solid financial acumen with budgeting and cost-driver understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and assist in day-to-day team operations in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Establish annual operating budgets and manage costs to variances with corrective actions.
• Direct and manage Shift Managers across Coating, Finishing, Shipping, and Material Handling.
• Mentor front-line supervisors and drive Safety, Quality, Service, Productivity, and Continuous Improvement programs.
• Act as site safety champion and support return-to-work and health resources.

Skills

Operations management

Manufacturing leadership

Financial acumen

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional teamwork

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Six Sigma

5S

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

Inclusive Healthcare: This no-cost program helps you find doctors who will treat you with dignity and respect and who are experienced in providing compassionate, high-quality LGBTQ+ healthcare.

401(k) Retirement Plan: You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.

Paid Parental Leave: Your salary is 100% paid during your approved parental leave of absence as a biological, adoptive, and/or foster parent.

Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.

Job Description

The Greenfield, IN site is hiring a Coating Business Unit Manager. In this role, you will direct multiple shifts in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role requires continuous coordination of production-related activities, workforce planning, employee relations, and effective communication in order to meet production, quality, and cost objectives, leading day-to-day Coating and Finishing operations. As a member of the Plant Leadership Team, the Coating Business Unit Manager acts as a mentor and coach for front-line supervisors while driving continuous operational improvements across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Position Type: On-site

Lead, coordinate, and assist in day-to-day team operations in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, ensuring effective communication, workforce planning, and continuous operational coverage.

Assist in establishing annual operating budgets for manufacturing and manage shift performance to review and resolve cost variances through effective corrective action plans.

Direct and manage Shift Managers across Coating, Finishing, Shipping, and Material Handling in the administration and implementation of company policies, procedures, and performance management.

Participate actively as a member of the Plant Leadership Team, mentoring front-line supervisors while supporting Safety, Quality, Service, Productivity, Cost, and Continuous Improvement (ELS/Six Sigma) programs.

Serve as site safety champion by modeling appropriate safety behaviors, leading accident investigations, and collaborating with occupational health resources to manage return-to-work restrictions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.

6+ years of Operations/Manufacturing experience with 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience preferred.

Demonstrated success in leading, managing, mentoring, and developing individuals and cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.

Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow, and continuous improvement strategies (e.g., ELS, Six Sigma, continuous flow, 5S) and the ability to integrate them into daily operations.

Strong financial acumen with a demonstrated understanding of financial systems, annual budgeting, and key operational cost drivers.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.

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