Manager Manufacturing Operations

Continental • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

We are seeking a proven leader with strong operations and manufacturing experience who thrives in complex, fast-paced production environments. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of driving results and leading high-performing teams. Our facility operates 24/7 and has been proudly producing high-quality, specialty products for over 80 years.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in related field
• 7+ years experience in manufacturing environment including 2+ years of proven ability to lead and manage people
• 14+ years of manufacturing experience including 2+ years of proven ability to lead and manage people in lieu of a Bachelors' Degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong MS Office skills
• Ability manage budgets and forecasting
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work across multiple departments and/or BU areas
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.
• No relocation is offered for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing in a Union Environment

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the production functions at the plant
• Responsible for complexity of the production lines for the finished goods departments
• Translate/plant operations production strategy into action plans and ensure it's implementation
• Contribute to strategic and operative planning of the plant operations unit (e.g. with respect to investments, capacity and headcount planning)
• Ensure the achievement of production targets according to internal and external customer expectations
• Interface to segment, BU and or division functions in order to gather local production requirements and demands and other feedback
• Conduct employee dialogues, personnel development and coaching
• Support production performance (KPI) monitoring and reporting in cooperation with manufacturing engineering and plant controlling.
• Prepare, review and manage budget and forecast of production cost centers and ensure the financial goals are met
• Ensure fulfillment of the daily and monthly production plan and correction actions with departments
• Maintain compliance with requirements regarding ESH

Benefits

• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts
• Employer 401(k) Match
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager