Production Manager, Paints & Coatings – Safety & Ops Lead

Akzo Nobel; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 126,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Annual bonus

Medical insurance w/ HSA

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D

Generous vacation & holidays

Disability insurance

Parental leave after 1 year

Career growth opportunities

DEI networks

Referral bonus

Employee appreciation days

Job summary

AkzoNobel in High Point, NC, seeks a Manufacturing Manager to supervise all production, shipping, and related operations. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and delivering quality products to key markets.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry degree with 6+ years in paint manufacturing and 5+ years in a supervisory role, plus strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field from a four year college or university.
• 6+ years of paint manufacturing or liquid batch manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of previous supervisory/management experience.
• Effective leadership, interpersonal skills, performance management, and people development skills required.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise manufacturing operations and factory operators.
• Establish production schedules and ensure production meets requirements.
• Ensure safety practices and minimize risk and waste.
• Coach and develop team members; conduct performance reviews.
• Coordinate with finishing goods and material needs; optimize batch sizes.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Performance management

Communication

Education

Chemistry degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

AkzoNobel in High Point, NC, seeks a Manufacturing Manager to supervise all production, shipping, and related operations. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and delivering quality products to key markets.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry degree with 6+ years in paint manufacturing and 5+ years in a supervisory role, plus strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.