Senior Finishing Manager

Cartamundi East Longmeadow LLC•Erlanger, KY

4d•$135,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cartamundi is a global leader in the playing cards and board games industry, with a purpose of “Sharing the Magic of Playing together”. The company operates across 23 locations worldwide, including 13 factories, and employs over 2500 people. Cartamundi North America is its largest business segment. The Operations Manager, reporting to the Director, Operations, Planning and Supply Chain, will oversee all activities of the Finishing department. This role ensures the timely delivery of high-quality products at the lowest reasonable cost, involving project responsibilities and the development of people and processes. The duties may occur on any shift depending on changing needs and risks, and the manager will directly supervise Finishing Supervisors.

Requirements

5-7 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing setting
Experience with standardized work procedures, e.g. ISO 9001, written job instructions, job aides
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing philosophies, e.g. Quick Changeover (SMED), TPM, Visual workplace (5S), pull manufacturing, Kanban cards, continuous improvement mentality
Word, Excel spreadsheet proficiency
Experience with SAP
Proven track record in implementing significant change.

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership skills
Team-oriented management style with demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills
Good planning and problem-solving skills with proven track record in achieving results through teamwork
Ability to communicate and work well with people from all levels of the organization; instruct and direct in a firm, fair and consistent manner
Ability to interpret instructions and guidance from executive management; make thoughtful decisions and gain further data and guidance as necessary

Responsibilities

Assists in the execution of Production schedules and provides timely responses to production and personnel issues, ensuring subordinates do the same through continuous training.
Fosters a healthy team environment, ensuring employee accountability and outstanding team performance. Works across different finishing areas to identify opportunities for cross-training and development to improve overall performance. Develops team leaders in each area.
Works closely with the Director of Operations, other Operations Managers, HR and Planning to coordinate on-time delivery of 1st quality product the 1st time. Puts team goals first and works to tear down boundaries between functional areas.
Aids in establishing training and development programs for employees within the area of responsibility, ensuring effective delivery.
Ensures timely communications of performance or other key information to all affected personnel.
Models company values at all times, and is an employee advocate and promoter of quality, safety and productivity.
Ensures people are properly trained and are following safety (including proper PPE) and quality procedures.
Leads the development of teams and team leaders at the floor level in the finishing department.
Determines staffing requirements and re-deploys resources as needed to address shifting manning needs, or changes in priorities and schedules.
Includes safety considerations in all department meetings and regular interactions to raise awareness of the team to perform their tasks in a consistently safe manner.
Institutes and maintains good housekeeping standards in accordance with a sustained 5S program.
Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, others, or to property.
Exemplary attendance and shift flexibility is an essential element of the role.
Performs assignments as directed by management.
Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned