Production Manager

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary duties and responsibilities of the Production Manager consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Always exemplifies the Amcor Behaviors and Values. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Amcor inside and outside of the plant.
• Embodies commitment for a safe workplace, and acts as a role model on safety leadership, activities, and communication. Responsible for supporting, establishing, and maintaining safety programs and policies, and educating associates about safety.
• Responsible for coordinating manufacturing distribution in accordance with policies, principles, and procedures established by the corporate headquarters.
• Responsible for supporting and maintaining ISO and Food Safety Programs.
• Responsible for conferring with manufacturing vendor sales and technical representatives.
• Responsible for conferring with manufacturing sales representatives to evaluate and promote improved and expanded manufacturing services.
• Responsible for developing plans for efficient use of manufacturing materials, machines, and employees.
• Responsible for reviewing production costs and product quality and assisting in the modification of production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of division.
• Responsible for monitoring production process to ensure efficiency and highest quality products.
• Assumes responsibilities of the Plant Manager when the Plant Manager is out of the facility.
• Manage 5-10 subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of 100-300 employees in all departments of the plant. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit.

EDUCATIONAL, SKILL, & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in business management or related field, and 5+ years of successful experience in a manufacturing environment or a combination of education and experience.
• Enclosed office space with frequent exposure to warehouse space and production floor; hearing protection may be required at times.
• Equal amounts of time spent sitting, standing, and walking.
• Good communication skills--verbal and written; must effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

• Independent in working effectively with little supervision; self-starter, displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance driven environment.
• Proven leader and motivator.
• Commitment to Task: Able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes and persist despite obstacles; give dedication to the position; demonstrate dependability in difficult circumstances and show a sense of urgency about getting results.
• Communication: Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with internal / external customers; listen well.
• Decision Making & Problem Solving: Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even while dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh options.
• Policies, Processes, & Procedures: Able to act in accordance with established guidelines; follow standard procedures in crisis situations; communicate and enforce organizational policies and procedures; recognize and constructively conform to unwritten rules or practices.
• Tolerance of Ambiguity: Able to withhold actions or speech in the absence of important information; deal with unresolved situations, frequent change, delays and unexpected events.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)