Ardagh Group · 2 weeks ago
Forming Process Engineering Manager
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expArdagh Group is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. The Forming Process Engineering Manager will be responsible for enhancing operational performance within the forming department by driving improvements in job change efficiency and optimizing equipment reliability. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements in productivity and process compliance.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead initiatives to reduce job changeover times by applying SMED principles and best practices
Standardize changeover procedures and deliver training programs to ensure consistent application
Monitor and report performance metrics to ensure sustained improvements
Collaborate with Forming teams and Engineering teams to implement condition-based and variable maintenance strategies
Analyze downtime trends and drive root cause corrective actions to improve machine reliability
Recommend capital or process improvements that enhance equipment efficiency and reduce unplanned outages
Conduct regular audits of SOPs, safety protocols, and best practice adherence
Ensure audit findings are addressed with timely and sustainable corrective actions
Partner with Quality and Operations leadership to maintain alignment with corporate standards and compliance requirements
Champion Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and other structured problem-solving methodologies to support forming operations
Facilitate Kaizen events and cross-functional workshops to identify and implement process improvements
Provide coaching and development opportunities to operations and maintenance personnel, building organizational capability in continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Ten (10) years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Two (2) years in a process improvement, machine repair, and/or forming production leadership role
Demonstrated expertise in SMED, Lean, TPM, and/or Six Sigma methodologies
Extensive knowledge of forming equipment and processes, preventative maintenance, and reliability engineering principles
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at multiple organizational levels
Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, uptime, and compliance
Ability to travel up to 50%
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related discipline
Benefits
Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match and an employer retirement contribution
Paid holidays, floating days and vacation
Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement program
Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups
Benefits available from day 1 of employment
Flexible and hybrid working hours
Company
Ardagh Group
Ardagh Group manufactures metal and glass packaging solutions for various industries worldwide.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.34B2025-07-28Debt Financing· $1.5B
2024-04-15Debt Financing· $839.36M
2017-03-14IPO
Leadership Team
Shaun Murphy
Chief Operating Officer
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Paul Clarke
Group Director (AMPSA), Risk Management
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