As a member of the Sunstar Group, Sunstar Americas, Inc., a global organization dedicated to improving overall health through oral health worldwide, holds a prominent position in the oral care industry. Formerly known as the John O. Butler Company, we are renowned for our exceptional production and distribution, and high-quality oral care products. With our headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois, and branches in Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, and Argentina, as well as distribution partners in Central and South America, we have established ourselves as an industry leader.
At Sunstar Americas, Inc., we firmly believe that our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and agile culture that ensures we deliver high-quality, innovative products to consumers and oral care professionals. Our team-oriented approach encourages creative thinking and nurtures a positive work environment and productive relationships. With dedication, hard work, and a shared vision, we can continue to make SAI a leader in our industry.
Position Summary:
To lead Sunstar Americas Inc. manufacturing/packaging operations to meet production schedules in an efficient manner to meet corporate objectives, service the customer and maintain budgetary guidelines. To organize and coordinate manufacturing workforces/resources as a team.
Essential Job Functions:
- Reviews / coordinates with the Planning department the equipment schedules and staffing levels needed to meet the daily/ weekly / monthly production plan.
- Assigns & prioritizes work for all shifts to run the necessary orders and meet the production plan.
- Identifies issues and leads hourly teams to improve productivity and quality levels to meet departmental goals.
- In conjunction with the Manager, leads the continuous improvement efforts to streamline operations and reduce production costs.
- Monitors that all shifts comply with inventory, materials ordering, production reporting and the work order closing procedures.
- Reviews that all labor gets reported and coded appropriately in PRMS according to the work performed throughout the different shifts.
- Actively participates with Engineering in the planning and execution of capital projects related to the area.
- Interacts with Engineering to correct deviations between actual and standards for output rates, BOMs, routers, etc.
- Assures that adequate vertical and horizontal communication is maintained between shifts and communicates to Manager and other issues, changes, recommendations, and issues related to the areas of responsibility.
- Determines with planning staffing levels required to meet production needs on a week- by week basis for the assigned shifts.
- Controls staffing levels required to meet production needs through coordination with Temporary staffing agencies.
- Evaluates direct reports' performance levels and provides formal / informal feedback to employees.
- Interviews and participates in the selection of new hires for the functions reporting to this position.
- Submits documentation for personnel administrative processes such as pay rate reviews, vacation requests, LOA's, etc.
- Monitors and enters data into the pay-roll system to assure that employees get paid according to their time worked and maintains attendance records.
- Assures that adequate training is provided for new and existing employees.
- Monitors that safety practices & procedures as well as company policies are observed.
- Assures that good housekeeping and manufacturing practices are being followed on the floor during the shift.
Education
- Four year college degree and/or applicable experience.
Knowledge/Experience
- Working knowledge of injection molding and plastic part quality characteristics
- At least 7 years progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with at least five years in a management role.
- Budgetary knowledge of labor, capital equipment and production supplies.
- Knowledge of ISO 9000, MRPII systems & Microsofts Excel and Word software.
Skills
- Computer proficiency: Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills
- Communication skills: Written, Oral and Presentation
Abilities
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
- Attention to Detail
- Listening
- Ability to make sound judgment decisions
What Makes Sunstar Special is:
- A business focused on health and wellness of people around the world
- High Quality Products
- Beautiful state-of-the-art facility
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Corporate Social Responsibility Program and partnership with charitable organization
- Strong value placed on company culture
- Excellent, comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Employee discount on Sunstar products
- 401K retirement plan with 2.5% employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
- 401K profit sharing contribution based on company performance.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off. Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
- Competitive bonus
- On-site caf
- On Site Fitness Center
- Corporate Perks Discount Program (Auto, Retail, Electronics, Entertainment, Computers, Personal Vacations, Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, Eating Out and Much More)
- Holiday Lunches
- Beautifully maintained walking trails
- Hybrid Schedule (certain departments)
- Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
- Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Pizza With the President
- Anniversary, Birthday and New Hire Announcements
If youd enjoy a career helping others attain overall health through oral health, consider joining the Sunstar Americas, Inc. team.