Operations Manager

Amcor LLC; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 129,200 - 161,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off

401(k) savings plan with company match

Discretionary annual bonus program

Job summary

Amcor LLC in Fairfield, California is hiring a Facility Manager to oversee daily operations in an industrial packaging setting. The role includes preparing schedules, ensuring production meets specifications, and maintaining high-quality standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have 8 to 10 years of experience in operations management. The position offers a competitive salary, ranging from $129,200 to $193,800, and a variety of benefits including medical insurance and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of related experience in operations management.
• Knowledge of business principles in strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Ability to write, analyze reports, and present information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the facility.
• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Scheduling

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or Business Management

Job description

Position Overview

Directs the day‑to‑day operations of an industrial packaging facility. Manages local scheduling and real‑time operations to maximize human and automated resources, achieving customer satisfaction, productivity, schedule adherence, and economic goals.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure production meets specifications and quality standards.
• Evaluate production orders or schedules to ascertain product data (types, quantities, specifications, delivery dates) for planning facility operations.
• Maintain production efficiencies, minimize scrap, and report efforts to reduce scrap and increase efficiencies.
• Direct and coordinate production processes and operational functions to meet performance and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and operational standards across shifts.
• Assist in plant activity to achieve optimum utilization of machinery and equipment.
• Recommend capital improvements that enhance safety, product quality, efficiency, or reduce plant operating costs.
• Develop or revise standard operating and working practices to ensure compliance.
• Resolve operational, manufacturing, and delivery problems.
• Communicate accountability and performance expectations to personnel.
• Monitor and promote a positive morale throughout the facility.
• Keep informed of technical and management developments for continuous personal growth and coaching of employees.
• May be assigned special projects by the Plant Director.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Manage departmental manager(s) who supervise department personnel.
• Direct overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the facility.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities according to company policies and applicable laws.
• Interview, address complaints, solve problems, and coordinate the financial and political responsibilities of the plant.

Education, Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business Management, or equivalent. Eight to ten or more years of related experience (or combined equivalent). Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, forecasting, scheduling, real‑time operations management, and coordination of people and resources. Ability to write and analyze reports and business correspondence, and to present information effectively in group environments.

Salary

Starting salary expected between $129,200 and $161,500. Base pay may vary within the full salary range of $129,200 to $193,800 based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Day Shift Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (FLSA: Exempt, 24/7 plant operation).

Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off: at least 80 hours paid per year
• 9 paid holidays per year
• ARP Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Employer‑paid Life, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits
• Paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Fitness and rewards & recognition programs
• Discretionary annual bonus program (eligibility starts upon hire date)

Equal‑Opportunity Employer

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights, please consult the federal regulations.