Department Manager

Essity•Manchester, CT

29d

About The Position

Essity North America Health and Medical Solutions is currently seeking a Department Manager who will manage daily operations in the production of medical grade foam. The ideal candidate should live in the Manchester, CT area or is willing to commute. We’re looking for people who embody our Beliefs & Behaviors and bring curiosity, innovation, and a willingness to challenge the status quo. If you want to learn and grow in a collaborative environment where your skills are challenged, but you’re always supported, we would love to connect.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
5+ years of relevant experience (Manufacturing/Production Operations, Quality, Engineering).
2+ years’ experience in a supervisory role.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must maintain a clean shave and will to wear a full-face respirator
Manufacturing experience required
Excellent knowledge of MS office computer software including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a regulated industry such as ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485 preferred.

Responsibilities

An Employee with uncompromised commitment to our I Care journey which ensures a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment.
Facilitate the application of Global Manufacturing Excellence principles and tools (work instructions and procedures for safety, quality, CIL maintenance, etc.).
Ensure foam is manufactured within current company policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices and/or relevant ISO standards.
Implements and revises written procedures related to manufacturing operations while actively participating in problem-solving initiatives.
Monitor production metrics to respond to and resolves issues at the source.
Coordinate maintenance, turnarounds, and downtime for efficiency and speed.
Coach foam production operators in best practices to provide a safe and efficient work environment and resolve escalated issues and problems.
Tracks competencies of subordinates and provides leadership and development as required to achieve the objectives.
Identifies CAPEX needs to support midterm plans.
Act as a role model for team and accountable for performance & consequence management, coaching and education within their department.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance.
Wellness program provided through Rally.
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution.
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program
PTO offering with Paid Holidays
Voluntary benefits to include critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
Employee discounts program
Scholarship program for children of Essity employees