Production Manager

Production ManagerAccelerate 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.Job DescriptionPosition SummaryProduction Manager is accountable for production quality, correct process, safety, daily preventive maintenance by machines, cost control, efficiency, scheduling, and training for all levels to assure constant improvement and development. Works collaboratively with the Process Engineer and other managers to make certain that employees are properly trained in specific machine operations.Areas of ResponsibilityManaging PeopleProvides direction and gains complianceTakes responsibility for subordinates' activitiesMakes self available to subordinatesProvides regular performance feedbackDevelops subordinates' skills and encourages growthProduction ManagementDetermines workflows and staffing requirementsEnsures equipment capability meets demandCoordinates flow of materialsAdjusts scheduling to maintain efficiencyMeets production and delivery schedulesResource ManagementManages time effectivelyStrives to contain costs and reduce wasteFinds ways to conserve resourcesOvercomes resource constraintsProduction ControlOversees hiring and training of production associatesManages daily production reporting for accuracyControls spending to budgeted levelsAudits QA, GMP, Scrap, HFI, and production methodsVerifies cycle times, process sheets, and downtime logsTeam LeadershipFosters team cooperationDefines team roles and responsibilitiesSupports group problem solvingEnsures progress towards goalsAcknowledges team accomplishmentsEngages in CIP ProcessWorks to identify/develop CIP projects based on key business needsUnderstands/acts on Metrics, measures "gap" and structures effective corrective actionsTrained in and uses the tools of CIP effectivelyIII. Position RequirementsMust know and follow all GMP/ASI/IMS/ISO/SQF procedures.Must be able to work safely and follow safety rules and JSA procedures.Must be able to identify and report violations and unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel.Must be able to wear protective clothing such as a hair net, uniform, steel-toe shoes, gloves, and earplugs.Must be able to effectively respond in emergency situations such as fires and accidents.Must be able to follow all department procedures and directives.All of the above are essential job functions.IV. Organization RelationshipReports directly to Plant ManagerQualification RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Operations management, engineering or related field preferred.Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience, which includes plant supervision, quality control, maintenance, and production management.Special Skills/Traits/Characteristics for a successful candidate to possess:Team player with demonstrated team-building skillsExperience in Nissei/Aoki/Sidel/Husky operations with technicalProcessing skills.Good computer skills and administration skills.AuthorityAssume decision-making in the absence of the Plant ManagerOur ExpectationsWe 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 teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and productsEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor 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.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansFlexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employeesCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing program & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)