Blown Film Extrusion Operations Manager

Novolex Corporate • Yakima, WA

14h

About The Position

Blown Film Extrusion Operations Manager Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will own the performance, people, and process of a 24/7 blown film extrusion department. Your mission: deliver safe, consistent, high-quality output while leading a high-volume operation end to end. A day in the life Start of shift: Walk the lines, verify safety conditions, review quality checks and overnight KPIs (output, scrap, changeovers). Meet with shift leads to align on priorities. Midday: Coach teams through changeovers, troubleshoot process and equipment issues, optimize material usage (including off-set materials), and coordinate with corporate materials/supply management to ensure the right resins are on hand and processed correctly. Afternoon/Evening: Conduct performance touchpoints, calibrate training needs, confirm production plans are on pace to meet targets, and analyze cost drivers to keep the department within budget.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering (preferred).
• Hands-on experience with blown film extrusion.
• Uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Background leading fast-paced operations with multiple shifts and diverse manufacturing teams.
• Proven track record of meeting production goals.
• Strong technical aptitude with troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing shift leads and employees.

Nice To Haves

• Blow Molding Experience

Responsibilities

• Department leadership for a 24/7, high-volume blown film extrusion operation with full accountability for safety, quality, output, people, and equipment.
• Safety and quality performance at or above company standards.
• Consistent achievement of production goals, including productivity, waste, and changeover targets.
• Daily leadership of shifts: coaching, oversight, troubleshooting, training, performance reviews, and actionable feedback to drive results in safety, waste, quality, and productivity.
• Materials stewardship: forecasting and controlling material usage, leveraging off-set materials, and balancing production output, labor cost, scrap rate, and changeover time.
• Cost control across the department’s operating budget.
• Responsibility for all extrusion employees and equipment in the facility.
• Strong, productive relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Partnership with corporate materials management and supply management to ensure proper material management and processing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees