Manufacturing Manager

Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)•Lexington, SC

16h

About The Position

The Manufacturing Manager manages daily plant operations and provides leadership and direction to help achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals. The role oversees department supervisors and manufacturing plans, promotes continuous improvement and waste reduction, and supports plant certification goals. The manager leads assigned areas in alignment with site and corporate vision, manages labor and capital resources, and helps execute the site's annual performance plan. This position is part of the site leadership team and works with other departments, company contacts, and external contacts.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a manager role.
Proficiency with computer-based skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and web-based technologies.
Demonstrated manufacturing project management and continuous improvement skills, including a fundamental understanding of Lean Six Sigma and IPS.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening.
Ability to manage a heavy workload in a busy manufacturing environment and complete projects within assigned deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or another applicable technical discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee department supervisors’ on-the-job duties, including assigning workloads, overseeing quality, and advocating for employee safety and health.
Identify, develop, and prioritize manufacturing plans to achieve service, quality, and productivity goals, including continuous improvement and waste reduction projects.
Implement and sustain IPS performance metrics and assist in moving plant activities toward assigned certification goals.
Develop employee commitment and ownership to drive plant continuous improvement projects while adhering to safety and quality system requirements.
Establish a vision for assigned areas that complements site and corporate vision, optimizing technology to improve performance, service, and quality.
Manage labor and capital resources, systems, and methods to meet business needs while balancing labor and expense budgets.
Schedule resources to support efficient operations and planned equipment maintenance.
Participate as a key site leadership team member and interact openly with other departments, company colleagues, and external contacts.
Assist in developing and executing the annual performance plan to achieve site business goals.
Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.