Finishing Team Manager - C-Shift (Nights)

Lead efforts to ensure customer satisfaction while achieving business objectives regarding Safety, Employee Engagement, Quality, Productivity, Process Improvement and Cost-effectiveness within your assigned shift and department.

Responsibilities

Lead efforts to ensure customer satisfaction while achieving business objectives regarding Safety, Employee Engagement, Quality, Productivity, Process Improvement and Cost-effectiveness within your assigned shift and department; Promote safety as the most important value by actively enforcing all Environmental, Health and Safety policies/procedures and ensuring participation of team members in required safety training; Lead and/or participate in investigation and implementation of corrective action plans for all safety incidents; Provide leadership for the shift by creating a motivating environment for team members to meet and exceed facility goals for safety, service, quality, productivity, cost, and inventory control targets; Recognize and reward outstanding performance as needed; Plan, organize, lead and control resources through effective systems; Charter and engage employee teams to achieve objectives; Initiate, implement and support effective operational improvements to promote safety, increase employee engagement, improve quality, minimize scrap and increase productivity; Ensure execution of standard operating procedures, standard work, quality standards, cycle counts, safety/housekeeping audits, etc.; Engage in technical problem solving and troubleshooting associated with process equipment and/or product performance; Lead or participate in projects focused on optimizing manufacturing processes, production capabilities and efficiencies; Oversee daily activities of team members including coaching, counseling and corrective action processes; Conduct regular performance reviews with team members and incorporate meaningful feedback on their performance and personal development; Collaborate with technical, financial and materials support teams in resolving problems and developing improved manufacturing processes; Lead, facilitate and participate in Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) continuous improvement activities and Kaizen events

Requirements

High School diploma; Minimum of 3 years leadership, process improvement and supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, support and develop a diverse team of talent; Knowledge of manufacturing operations systems (best practices), processes and technology; Demonstrated ability to achieve operational results and to accomplish work through delegation and teamwork; Demonstrated ability to trouble-shoot and effectively problem-solve issues and implement solutions to prevent recurring problems; Demonstrated effective time management, project management and organizational skills; Demonstrated ability to promote and protect Avery Dennison Values of Integrity, Courage, External Focus, Diversity, Sustainability, Innovation, Teamwork and Excellence; Effective communication skills (written, verbal, active listening) and professional behavior; Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements of this position; Ability to perform the essential functions of Production Operators work processes and equipment as needed; Familiarization with ELS (Continuous Improvement) principles and knowledge of lean sigma tools

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering or a related field

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment; Paid parental leave; 401K eligibility; Tuition reimbursement; Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate; Paid vacation and Paid holidays