Production Manager

Trivium Packaging; Town of Conklin, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Trivium Packaging seeks a Production Manager to oversee plant operations under the Plant Manager. You will drive safe, cost-efficient production, schedule materials, and coordinate inventories to meet business goals.

You will develop Operations Team Leads, lead continuous improvement with the Trivium Production System (TPS), and partner with Management and Accounting to manage budgets and ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and ISO 14001 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in manufacturing, Business or Engineering; or Associate/Technical Degree with five years of management in high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong history of end making experience.
• Hands-on experience with Engineering/Maintenance Systems Programs.
• Experience with self-directed work forces a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate up and down in the organization.
• Systems and continuous improvement orientation.
• Working knowledge of OSHA guidelines and regulations.
• Working knowledge of statistics and Quality metrics.
• Able to solve complex problems outside of normal processes.
• Excellent management / leadership aptitude.
• Computer experience (Windows, MS Office products, Visio and other).
• Strong analytical communication skills.
• Understanding of relevant environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage, direct, and support Safety and Environmental initiatives to ensure safe operation.
• Oversee manufacturing to deliver high quality products and exceptional customer service efficiently.
• Drive TPS culture and Operational Excellence.
• Lead continuous improvement using established guidelines and statistical tools.
• Coordinate with Technical Managers to optimize maintenance programs.
• Deliver lean, capable operations meeting budgets and plant goals.
• Develop Operations Team Leads with emphasis on teamwork and problem-solving.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Coordinate production and crewing schedules to optimize productivity and inventory.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in spoilage, labor utilization and safety.
• Support new product development and introduction.
• Collaborate with Quality and HR on projects and personnel issues.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing management

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in manufacturing, Business or Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Engineering/Maintenance Systems

Job description

The Production Manager is responsible for all areas of Plant Operations under the guidance of the Plant Manager. These responsibilities include safe, cost efficient and timely production of required goods, coordination of materials and inventories, production scheduling, and process improvement and optimization to support the business plan and ensure compliance with all legal requirements. The Production Manager is also responsible for employee technical skills and standard work development and will work with Management and Accounting to develop and insure adherence to operational budgets.

Job Duties:

• Effectively manage, direct, and support all organizational Safety and Environmental expectations and initiatives, ensuring that all production employees have the information and tools to operate in a safe and effective manner.
• Effectively manage all aspects of manufacturing to delivering high quality products and exceptional customer service efficiently.
• Build and drive an organizational culture which aligns with company core vision and values while delivering Operational Excellence through the Trivium Production System (TPS) model.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and excellence using established guidelines and statistical tools.
• Responsible to ensure that equipment is properly maintained and coordinate with the Technical Managers to optimize maintenance programs.
• Work to deliver a lean, capable operation which meets or exceeds budgeted and plant goals.
• Provide leadership, direction, performance management, and develop Operations Team Leads with emphasis on teamwork and problem-solving.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities
• Coordinate effective production and crewing schedules while optimizing productivity, quality, and inventory levels.
• Implementation of continuous improvement initiatives in spoilage, labor utilization, safety, efficiency, manufacturing operations, cost reductions, etc.
• Support new product development and introduction.
• Work closely with Operational / Quality management on continuous improvement projects and root cause problem solving.
• Work with Human Resources to address and resolve personnel issues.
• Effectively manage labor costs, including overtime management.
• Review and approve or react to reports, requests, etc. that directly reflect the cost effectiveness and quality of the operation.
• Internal and external communications, as needed, 24 hours a day to ensure proper operation of every aspect of the business.
• Shall be competent and shall have appropriate education, training, skills, and experience. They shall be fully conversant in BRC Food Safety Policy, GMP’s, HACCP Principles, and BRC Food Safety Standards and Applications.
• Ensure the environmental management system conforms to the requirements of ISO 14001 and reporting on the performance of the environmental management system to top management.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in manufacturing, Business or Engineering; or Associate / Technical Degree in related field with five years of management experience in high volume manufacturing, including employee screening, performance review, counseling, training, development.
• Strong history of end making experience
• Hands on experience with Engineering/Maintenance Systems Programs
• Experience with self-directed work forces a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate up and down in the organization
• Systems and continuous improvement orientation
• Working knowledge of OSHA guidelines and regulations
• Working knowledge of statistics and Quality metrics.
• Able to solve complex problems outside of normal processes
• Excellent management / leadership aptitude
• Computer experience (Windows, MS Office products, Visio and other)
• Strong analytical communication skills
• Understanding of relevant environmental regulations

In this role, working in an office environment located on the production floor is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud outside of the office area. Employees must wear hearing protection and all other assigned Personal Protective Equipment. Temperature can range from extreme cold (<40 degrees) to extreme heat (>90 degrees). The atmosphere contains fumes, dust and odors. This position will use a computer, cellphone and other office equipment to perform the job successfully.

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and It’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work. #LI-AG #LI-Onsite