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Production Unit Manager

Pactiv Evergreen

Temple, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Calendar Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Employee Retention, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Analysis, Production Control, Production Costing, Quality Metrics, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Workforce Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Temple, TX
POSTED
2 days ago
Production Unit Manager

Novoplex is seeking a results-driven Production Unit Manager to oversee assigned department(s). The Production Unit Manager is responsible for leading a large team, ensuring safety and quality standards, and achieving production and cost efficiency goals. This role is ideal for a strong leader with a passion for continuous improvement and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing leadership and direction to assigned departments or production lines to meet daily, weekly, and long-term production goals.
  • Overseeing and managing a workforce of 150+ employees, including both salaried and hourly staff.
  • Planning, scheduling, tracking, and monitoring production and operational costs to ensure unit performance aligns with established objectives.
  • Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, leading safety programs, resolving safety-related issues, and conducting thorough incident investigations.
  • Recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining talent; coaching team members and administering corrective actions when necessary to maintain a productive workforce.
  • Implementing and enforcing best practices and company policies to maintain operational consistency.
  • Compiling and maintaining timely and accurate reports on key production metrics such as efficiency, downtime, scrap, labor, and cost.
  • Communicating effectively with all levels of the organization to provide clear updates and feedback.
  • Leading and supporting Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Driving employee engagement through team building and leadership development activities.

Qualifications include:

  • Bachelor's degree in industrial management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • Strong leadership, decision-making, and team-building skills.

Experience includes:

  • Minimum of 5 years' manufacturing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

Skills include:

  • Proven knowledge of statistical methods, process analysis, and continuous improvement techniques.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
  • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.

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