Manager, Production

ORBIS Corporation; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging manufacturer based in Urbana, Ohio is looking for a Production Manager to oversee all aspects of the production department. The ideal candidate will lead operations, ensure adherence to quality standards, and develop strategies to enhance efficiency. A Bachelor’s degree and 5-10 years of relevant experience, particularly in a plastics environment, are required. The role includes managing resources efficiently and improving operational processes.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant work experience required.
• 5 years of experience in a plastics or fabrication environment.
• Experience with LEAN or CI involvement.
• Experience in a union setting, when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations.
• Ensure fair and consistent treatment across the department.
• Develop strategic plans for operational effectiveness.
• Communicate with all departments for timely production.
• Provide adequate resources for production needs.
• Facilitate continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing operations

Process optimization

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

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Overview

Menasha Corporation is a leader in corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services through its two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation. Our employees help turn possibilities into success through ideas, collaboration and quality.

About The Opportunity

Manage all aspects of the production department including preparing operation schedules, ensuring consistency across shifts, and coordinating manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality standards are met.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of manufacturing, including EH&S, cost-effective production, built-in quality, appropriate staffing levels and optimization of the manufacturing processes.
• Provide leadership and guidance to frontline leaders to ensure fair and consistent treatment across the department and company targets are met in relation to output levels and cost objectives.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to increase effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
• Communicate and coordinate with all departments to ensure products are produced and available for shipment timely.
• Ensure the availability of adequate resources of materials, tools and labor to effectively meet production needs.
• Facilitate and execute continuous improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Performance Measures and Outcomes

• Safety metrics
• On-time shipments
• Employee engagement
• Unplanned downtime

Education/Certification

Level Required: Bachelor’s Degree

Level Desired: Master’s Degree

Experience to be considered in lieu of education

Work Experience

• 5-10 years of relevant work experience
• 5 years of experience in plastics or fabrication environment

Desired

• 2 years of experience with LEAN or CI involvement
• 2 years of experience in a union setting, when applicable

Travel Requirements

• 5% - 10% travel

#ORBIS

Two companies, one vision. Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.

Equality and Non-Discrimination

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.