Plastipak · 21 hours ago
Production Manager - Highlands
Highlands, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelPlastipak is a leading company in the manufacturing sector, and they are seeking a Production Manager to oversee production plans and ensure compliance with customer specifications. The role involves organizing production schedules, maintaining safety standards, and leading process improvement initiatives.
Plastics
Responsibilities
Member of the site steering team
Responsible for maintaining ISO, OSHA, and GMP standards
Works with site schedulers and cell leaders to plans production schedules, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products. Develops plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and associates
Ensures products are in accordance with customer specified requirements, identifies areas in the process for improvements, leads or directs process improvement teams
Reports on the effectiveness and performance of the production activities to the Conversion Manager and Site Steering Team
Informs Site Manager of any changes in production
Leads Maintenance Manager and department
Responsible for limiting costs when ordering and installing parts on the machines
Meets with supervisors to discuss improvements and work with teams to complete root cause analysis on issues identified in the process
Ensures that the Site Quality Policy, Operational Procedures and High Standards of Workmanship are maintained at all times
Ensures that heldware inventory is managed to ensure that plant targets are achieved
Ensures training of new team members
Resolves machinery and quality problems in the conversion department
Responsible for maintaining a high level of motivation
Housekeeping and safety
Initiate action for food safety issues
Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. Requires walking primarily on a level surface for varying periods throughout the day in the Production area. Reaching above shoulder heights; and below the waist lifting as required to file documents or store materials during the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 lbs. for files, computer printouts on occasion. Could involve long periods of Computer work. 7 day a week operation; may require working more than 40 hours
The performance of this position includes exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as Safety Glasses with Side Shields and Hearing Protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Required to be able to read documents and computer screens
Qualification
Required
A (B.A. or B.S.) in Industrial Technology or related field, with emphasis on plastics and / or related experience
Team oriented
Self - Motivation and flexibility of job assignments
Blend of technical, interpersonal skills
Must possess strong leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Must be able to build a strong working relationship with employees on shop floor
Benefits
Wellness Programs
Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
EAP, Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
Accidental Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
Paid Company Holidays
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Caregiving via Care.com
Pet Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
Travel Assistance
Employee Discount Programs
Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements
Company
Plastipak
Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak designs and manufactures high-quality, rigid plastic containers for the food, beverage and consumer products industries including cleaning, automotive and aerosol products.
Founded in 1967
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Plotzke
Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer and Senior Vice President Finance
Bob O'Donnell
Chief Legal Officer, Chief Sustainability Officer & Chief Compliance Officer
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