Production Manager

Ardagh Group; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

FSA

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

STD/LTD

EAP

Apprenticeship programs

Employee development programs

Job summary

Ardagh Group is seeking a Production Manager in California to lead forming, mold repair, and machine repair teams. You will drive safety, quality, and efficiency while controlling operating costs in a high-volume glass plant.

The role requires extensive experience in glass manufacturing with a strong focus on forming processes and leadership capabilities. A Bachelor's degree in engineering is preferred, and long hours plus travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 12+ years in glass manufacturing with forming and management experience.
• Experience with mold repair and machine repair.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and planning abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a heavy industrial, high-risk environment.
• Willingness to work outside regular hours.
• Travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Ensure glass containers meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Staff forming dept with salary administration, training, and succession planning.
• Manage department budgets including time, labor, and spending costs.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment with zero accidents.
• Monitor department performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Comply with environmental and food safety policies within the department.

Skills

Glass manufacturing experience

Forming process expertise

Mold and machine repair

Communication skills

Organizational planning

MS Office proficiency

Heavy industrial environment

Shift/ off-hours availability

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Role Description

The Production Manager is responsible for directing forming, mold repair, and machine repair departments to obtain optimum performances in safety, quality, and performance efficiencies at the lowest operating cost.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the manufacturing of glass containers are within customer specifications and quality standards
• Select and develop employees to adequately staff the forming department which includes salary administration, effective employee and union relations, developmental and training opportunities, and succession planning
• Manage departmental budgets including time, labor, and spending costs
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment always striving for zero accidents
• Monitor department performances and report on negative impacted areas while developing and implementing continuous improvement
• Comply with environmental and food safety standards as outlined in plant policies within the department

Minimum Skills / Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Twelve (12) years of experience in glass manufacturing with an emphasis on the forming process and management experience
• Prior experience with mold repair, machine repair, and job changes
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work in a heavy industrial, high-risk work environment
• Ability to work outside of regular work hours
• Ability to prioritize work and have a sense of urgency
• Ability to travel up to 5%

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline
• Fifteen (15) years of experience in glass manufacturing with an emphasis on the forming process and management experience
• Prior experience with the plant's forming process (i.e. press, blow-and-blow, etc.)

Compensation

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $110,900 and 166,300 per year upon hire. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

This role is eligible to participate in the annual Ardagh Incentive Bonus (AIB) plan. The bonus incentive program is based on total company performance.

Benefits Offered

• 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

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.

Today, we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

• Did you know that Ardagh produces many of the cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
• Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.

Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Kelly Molloy ([e-mail]) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.