Operations Manager - ASC

Amcor • Reidsville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all production operations to ensure the consistent and reliable delivery of finished goods while meeting safety, quality, cost, and service objectives. This role drives operational excellence through strong leadership, disciplined execution, and a focus on process stability and performance optimization. The Operations Manager is accountable for building high-performing teams, embedding continuous improvement practices, and ensuring alignment with Amcor standards and overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering, chemistry, quality, business, or a related field.
• Fluent in English.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production or operations management; experience in a printing or packaging environment strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Production processes (printing, converting, or similar manufacturing operations)
• OEE and key production performance metrics
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Quality and safety standards
• Production planning and execution
• Leadership and people management
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Decision-making and prioritization
• Communication and influence
• Conflict resolution and performance management
• Results-oriented with a strong sense of accountability
• Ownership mindset
• Continuous improvement focus
• Safety-first orientation
• Resilience and adaptability in a changing environment

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee production operations to ensure consistent delivery of finished goods aligned with safety, quality, cost, and service objectives in a dynamic, high-demand manufacturing environment.
• Execute production plans with discipline, consistently achieving targets for volume, efficiency, and delivery while balancing competing operational priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, productivity enhancement, and process optimization, with an emphasis on sustainable, long-term results.
• Ensure adherence to operational standards and promote process stability by reducing variability and minimizing reliance on key individuals through standardization and capability development.
• Build, develop, and lead high-performing teams, fostering engagement, accountability, and strong performance through effective leadership, training, and succession planning.
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety and quality culture aligned with Amcor policies, standards, and values.
• Ensure cross-functional alignment across production, planning, maintenance, and quality to optimize overall operational performance.
• Monitor and manage key production KPIs, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Waste, Productivity, and Service Level.
• Lead structured problem-solving activities and ensure the implementation of effective, sustainable corrective actions.
• Manage resources (people, equipment, and materials) to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Support and actively drive cultural transformation toward operational excellence.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid vacation for full-time employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 11 days per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident and critical illness benefits are available
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

What This Job Offers

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