Plant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at

Benefits

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Inclusive Healthcare: This no-cost program helps you find doctors who will treat you with dignity and respect and who are experienced in providing compassionate, high-quality LGBTQ+ healthcare.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Avery Dennison offers healthcare and insurance options to support you and your family based on your personal needs.

• Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.

About the role

Avery Dennison is seeking a Plant Manager for our Adhesives Manufacturing Facility in Mill Hall, Pennsylvania. In this role, the Plant Manager is responsible for the leadership of the site’s operational performance in environmental health & safety, financial results, quality, service, employee relations, and supply chain management. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Plant Manager will actively work to transition to stand-alone plant management duties while overseeing process safety management regulated chemical manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

This position is an on-site role based at our facility in Mill Hall, PA.

• Provide visible leadership for all aspects of Environmental, Health, and Safety Performance, embedding a culture that "Zero is Achievable" and delivering on Corporate Sustainability Goals.

• Lead, encourage, coach, and develop all members of the organization while attracting and retaining high-potential talent to maintain robust succession plans.

• Collaborate with Divisional Leadership, Research & Development, and the Site Leadership Team to establish and execute long-term strategic goals for site sustainability.

• Implement, monitor, and control critical performance metrics (EHS, People, Service, Quality, Cost, Growth) that deliver top and bottom-line business results.

• Champion the principles of Lean Six Sigma (ELS) and Process Safety Management (PSM) standards to cultivate continuous improvement and implement annual and long-term financial plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Chemical field required; Master’s Degree preferred.

• 10+ years of successful multi-functional operations experience including leadership and employee development.

• 5+ years of demonstrated leadership in a process safety management regulated chemical facility with a proven track record of driving results and continuous improvement.

• Solid understanding of modern manufacturing, material flow, and improvement strategies (ELS), along with strong financial acumen and knowledge of manufacturing key drivers.

• Skilled in leading significant project initiatives, long-term strategic change, scheduling, planning, and executing organizational strategy with excellent communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Pre-employment Screening Notice

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.