Operations Manager- Nashville TN

Magnera Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera Corporation in Nashville seeks an Operations Manager to lead the extrusion operations team, driving safety, quality, productivity and efficiency. The role oversees a large workforce and directs day-to-day plant activities to meet company goals.

You will develop budgets, lead cross-functional efforts and champion lean principles while nurturing talent and ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, or 10+ years manufacturing leadership with prior production management experience.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and develop high performing staff.
• Strong financial, budgeting and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall vision for the plant and safety, quality, productivity and efficiency goals.
• Direct day-to-day extrusion operations and supervise 150+ employees with 5 direct reports.
• Develop budgets, capital plans and ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Coordinate with Sales, R&D, Logistics and other plants to meet goals.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure policies, training and safety standards are followed and improved.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Budgeting

Problem Solving

Education

BS/BA in engineering or related field

Job description

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.

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 the Company, 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

• 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.
• Minimum of 5–10 years manufacturing leadership experience. Experience in plastics extrusion strong preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high performing teams—especially Process Engineering teams.
• Demonstrated project management experience with a strong understanding of financials and strategic issues.
• Knowledge of and skills in the use of extrusion machines, office machines (computer and copier) and business procedures. Strong computer aptitude and experience.
• Results oriented and able to overcome multiple obstacles to achieve results.
• Excellent communication skills and very good persuasive skills. Need technical skills and a good ability to understand technical data and issues.

Competencies

Continuous Improvement

Able to identify improvement opportunities, manage performance indicators and solve problems by rigorously following continuous improvement principles. Ensure steadfast monitoring of processes, progress and results via KPI’s.

Change Leader

Ability to facilitate the process of change, while helping others to adapt to its effects. Able to explain the need for change by communicating gaps as well as the benefits while being sensitive to evolution of the people and culture.

Problem Solving

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.

Managerial Courage

Ability to face adversity, take risks, step out of comfort zone while making decisions or taking actions that are unpopular, uncomfortable but essential. Can drive accountability while being respectful.

Team Development

Ability to build a strong and cohesive team, assign them roles based on strengths and develop them to meet the employee and company goals. Develop employees to their fullest potential. Creates a sense of belonging and inclusion.

Business Acumen

Able to establish, communicate, explain and circulate business objectives to solicit buy-in and commitment. Transforms the organization’s vision and strategy into goals. Makes sure systems and processes support achievement of objectives.