Novolex · 1 week ago
Production Manager II
Kinston, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expNovolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries. The Production Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the printing, cutting, and forming departments to ensure production goals are met while maintaining safety, quality, and cost standards.
ManufacturingPackaging ServicesPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Responsible for providing leadership and direction to assigned department(s), product line(s) or profit center(s) and teams to meet production goals, ensure a safe work environment, and meet customer specifications
Typically supervise 50-200 employees including both salaried and hourly
Schedule, track, & monitor production and costs to ensure unit meets established goals while maintaining a safe work environment and quality standards
Maintain an effective workforce through hiring, training, coaching and disciplinary actions
Implement and demonstrate the best practices and consistent policies
Complete and maintain timely and accurate reports on critical production outcomes such as efficiency, downtime, cost, etc
Provide feedback up and down the organization
Develop and implement safety awareness programs, communicate safety issues, correct safety related problems, and lead investigations into safety related issues
Participate in designing and implementing continuous improvement processes
Lead the operations of Flexotecnia Press with Rotary Die Cutting, Comco Press with Rotary Die Cutting, K&B Press, Roll Fed Cutters, and PMC Blankers
Schedule, monitor, and track production, inventory, and costs to ensure performance targets are met
Ensure consistent operation of carton forming machines at or above standard levels, with a focus on waste reduction, efficiency, and equipment utilization
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree preferred in Industrial Management, Engineering or Business
5+ years of manufacturing experience including 2 years of supervisory experience
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of statistical methods and process improvement techniques
Must demonstrate proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite
Effective team building and demonstrated leadership skills
Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with all levels in the organization
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
Support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program
Constant opportunities for advancement
Company and industry training curricula
A Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization
Company
Novolex
Novolex is a packaging and food services company that serves customers in retail, grocery service, institutional, and industrial markets.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (1)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-02-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Stanley Bikulege
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Dennis Norman
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-07
Precedence Research
2025-12-05
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