Manager, Plant Production

Ball•Goodyear, AZ

1d•$115,000 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

As the Manager, Plant Production, you will provide leadership and supervision to the plant personnel and maintain direct support to all departments. This role will be supporting a 24/7 operation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
4+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing
4+ years of supervisory experience in an industrial setting
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple demands efficiently and effectively.
Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) in a clear, concise and tactful manner to all levels of personnel.
Proficiency with standard office software (such as MS Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook).
Ability to apply intensive and diversified evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard plant production techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Must be able to handle sensitive related and proprietary information in a confidential manner.
Must follow company policies, procedures, practices, and standards of conduct as outlined in the Ball Corporation manuals.
Must maintain professional competence, ethical integrity, knowledge, and skills.
Working knowledge of the following areas: production principles, practices, nomenclature, and procedures; company policies, procedures, and products; generally accepted managerial practices and procedures; business principles, legal practices, customer needs and expectations, and Ball Packaging Operations’ quality standards.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visa, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Previous experience in a high volume manufacturing or 24/7 manufacturing setting preferred
Ability to negotiate with customers to promote or sell ideas or concepts.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure work environment. This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions, facilitating monthly safety meetings, performing monthly safety inspections, and investigating accidents, as required.
Supports development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the food safety system.
Responsible for the overall safety performance of the production department by ensuring safety programs and procedures are followed.
Responsible for maintaining process quality in accordance with Ball Packaging Operations’ process and quality standards.
Directs and coordinates the activities of the production function.
Establishes and implements improvements for safety, quality, and cost reduction programs.
Directs and assists with developmental or experimental production activities.
Maintains positive relations with local bargaining unit ensuring a high level of productivity, if applicable.
Initiates, reviews, masters, and follows all standard operating procedures (SOPs) for area of responsibility.
Accesses, inputs, and retrieves information from the computer.
May be responsible for environmental compliance.
May be responsible for plant housekeeping.
Establishes and maintains an employee relations climate of trust and confidence that will discourage third party interference; or establishes and maintains an employee relations climate of trust and confidence with employees, their union stewards and representatives which will promote achievement of plant and company goals.
Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the division, the group, and the company. Includes ability to handle stress and to interact with others so as to establish and maintain a positive and productive work environment and minimize personal conflicts.
Maintains an awareness of and complies with hazardous waste management and other environmental management requirements in the workplace by attending scheduled training sessions.
Communicates with the emergency coordinator (EC) or Environmental Focal Point/Environmental Manager (EFP/EM) regarding environmental management activities.
Understands and responds effectively to EC directions during emergencies by being familiar with emergency procedures, equipment, and systems, as necessary. Implements contingency plan to the level required by the position.
Understands, completes, and maintains environmental documentation for which the individual is trained, or as directed by the EC, EFP, or EM (i.e., inspections, labeling, record keeping, maintenance of equipment, etc.). Reports to the EC, EFP, or EM on the status of assigned responsibilities.
Complies with established job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.
Recognizes waste streams and minimizes waste generation, through prudent use of materials, proper disposal and segregation as directed during training or by the EC, EFP/EM. Understands and practices proper accumulation and storage requirements for wastes.
Complies with environmental regulations when using, dispensing, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and wastes.