Bachelor or Master's Degree in Engineering, Operations or Business Management
7-10 years in operations, maintenance, engineering, or process improvement roles
Experience in a Lean environment
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification preferred
Record of achievements in a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably plastic injection molding or metal processing
Customer-facing commercial experience
5 years in process development or business process design
Responsibilities
Ensure high-quality product delivery within budget
Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement
Manage plant profit and loss, reviewing KPIs regularly
Lead strategic planning for cost reduction and resource allocation
Oversee safety, quality, production, and maintenance functions
Promote a positive safety culture and conduct weekly safety walks
Develop and motivate staff through regular performance feedback
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Paid time off and additional competitive benefits
Support for ongoing employee development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Ensures that the facility provides the highest quality products produced in the most efficient manner within budgeted costs. Implements systems to effectively manage production schedules properly supporting the business.
Leads the effort and drives Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques fostering continuous improvement within the facility. Acts in a proactive fashion regarding problem resolution.
Manages profit and loss for the facility and drives Plant performance and reviews KPIs regularly (Daily, Weekly and Monthly).
Leads the overall strategic planning efforts for the location which include cost reduction initiatives, capital planning and resources as well as in other areas.
Manages the overall safety, quality, scheduling, production, shipping, maintenance, and other administrative functions for the facility.
Leads the effort in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient operation working within all company guidelines and local/state/federal regulations.
Strives to improve the plant's safety accident record year over year in creating a positive safety culture for all employees. Conducts safety walks of the facility on a weekly basis.
Conducts talent reviews. Trains, develops, and motivates staff to optimize the workforce. Delivers performance reviews and any feedback to the team as needed.
Conducts weekly staff meetings which focus on key operative measurements.
Schedules and conducts plant communication meetings for all employees.
Interfaces with customers and suppliers. Visits both as necessary.
Works as necessary to establish positive community relationships.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Bachelor or Master's Degree in Engineering, Operations or Business Management
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in operations, maintenance, engineering and/or process Improvement roles including managing teams of people
Previous experience working in a Lean environment.
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification a plus
Proven experience and record of successes in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Experience with plastic injection molding environment, and metal processing/metal forming strong preferred
Experience in a commercial role with direct customer contact
Minimum of 5 years of experience with process development and business process design.
Experience managing to the ISO or equivalent quality standards
Experience implementing and/or managing to an Operating System (example: the Toyota Production Systems)
The annual salary range is $112K - $140K. Exact salary offered will depend on candidate's experience, work location, skills, etc.
Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.
