Operations Manager
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We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the Wow BusinessPregis is Hiring!Why Join Pregis?Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centricpackaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.Summary of JobThe Operations Manager will oversee all daily operations for safety, people development, production, scheduling, and manufacturing within extrusion and converting operations, ensuring policies and procedures are followed. He or she will lead processes that will maximize, safety, quality and productivity, while building strong relationships with the plant employees, customer service and sales. This position will also oversee all Warehouse responsibilities.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesLeadership* Attract, hire, retain, develop, and mentor key talent within the plant.* Lead and mentor the operations, scheduling, and process teams toward high performance and professional growth.* Ownership and implementation of Pregis production system/world class manufacturing processes.* Sustain and develop a succession plan within the responsible organization.* Drive continuous improvement projects utilizing methodologies of lean/six sigma.* Lead cadence of accountability to drive improvement.* Manage and ensure employees are compliant with attendance, vacation, FMLA, vacation coverage, and labor time clocks; provide timely approvals.* Conduct PMPs with Supervisors and help coordinate new employee PMPsSafety* Keep Safety in the forefront of the team's thinking and approach to work.* Lead team in development and conformance to 7-elements of safety program.* Ensure all Safety programs are in place and used to achieve safety goals* Ownership of compliance to PSM/RMPQuality* Ensure standard work for quality is adhered to and deviations from standard are addressed* Ensure process documents are followed by productionFinancial Management* Understand and own the plant P&L (main drivers behind Controllable / Variable Overhead to meet expected AOP targets). Take necessary action to achieve performance targets* Oversight and improvement of plant KPIs including but not limited to material usage variances, labor productivity, and inventory performance.* Maintain KPI report and share with the facility* Manage or Assist Capital Projects, write CARS for projects, and find resources for projects by facilitating project meetingsMeasurements for Success:* High levels of employee engagement* Operations team will achieve Safety, Quality and Profitability targets* Lighthouse/PPS KPI's* On-time delivery (OTIF)* Material variances and scrap rates will be low and product quality levels highCompetency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)* Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.* Promote positive teamwork culture* Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.Environment* Exposure to moving equipment* Inside work* Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit* Humidity may exceed 80%* Noise may exceed 85dB+Education and Experience* Minimum of 10 years in a Manufacturing Leadership Role Required* Bachelor's degree in business, operations, engineering, or related field preferred* Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants* Comprehension of P&L and business financials* Aptitude for equipment operation, troubleshooting, and problem solving* Excellent communication skills* Deep understanding of manufacturing and operations processes.* Knowledge of SAP and/or other ERP systems is preferred.* Analytical skills and the ability to work with data files is a must.* Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint.#PP