Production Manager

TOPPAN Packaging Americas • Batavia, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

TOPPAN Packaging Americas specializes in designing and manufacturing sustainable, high-performance flexible and thermoformed packaging solutions for the food, beverage, medical and consumer goods industries. We offer products like transparent high barrier films, pouches, clamshells and trays, utilizing advanced technology to enhance product safety, visibility and environmental sustainability. TOPPAN Packaging Americas operates as part of the global TOPPAN group, with 22 manufacturing facilities across North America, Latin America and Europe.

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, as a Production Manager, the position is accountable for safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, material handling, cost performance, employee training and relations in a high-performance work team environment, capital improvements and budget preparation. Job demands monitoring production performance and implementing processes, procedures, and methods to improve results in all key functional areas. Position is responsible for implementing and maintaining best manufacturing practices and regulatory compliance for all production activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven record of safety leadership
• Minimum of 7 years of manufacturing experience or equivalent.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Previous experience in a managerial role, preferably within the same industry.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools used in departmental operations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous education and/or training in manufacturing, engineering, safety or related field preferred
• Ability to complete Red Cross 1st Aid & CPR/AED certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to include creating charts, graphs, SOP’s, One Point Lessons, presentations
• Must have high level of integrity, trust, and ethical standards
• Must be able and willing to flexible schedules as needed to support all shifts, weekend work, and customer press approvals.
• Must have above average communication skills (written & verbal)
• Must be able to maintain composure
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus
• A bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all employees; lead a comprehensive safety program to prevent injuries; Lead and support Safety Pillar implementation.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA, etc.).
• Lead and motivate a team of employees, providing guidance and support to achieve departmental goals.
• Assist in employee relations issues.
• Lead and maintain the color management process and manage the press room.
• Facilitate and drive GPS program.
• Hire, train, direct and mentor staff and all department employees with diverse language, cultural and educational backgrounds.
• Build and maintain productive employee relationships, driving employee satisfaction.
• Provide coaching, counseling, or discipline as needed.
• Recommend disciplinary action to plant manager and review disciplinary action for effectiveness and consistency.
• Work with HR to address employee concerns and issues.
• Ensure efficient and effective operations within the department, including inventory management, workflow optimization, and quality control.
• Coordinate production scheduling to meet customer demands, to manage overtime, to minimize inventory, and to reduce costs.
• Communicate problems and obstacles to the plant manager and the leadership team.
• Establish workflow policies that enhance speed and efficiency without compromising product safety or integrity.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess departmental performance and implement improvements as needed.
• Lead plant in continuous improvement initiatives, such as 5S with safety, 6 Sigma, Kaizen events, and lean manufacturing.
• Assist in preparation of annual plant operating budget.
• Meet or exceed plant productivity, cost, or other performance metric expectations as outlined by plant manager and measured with the P&L.
• Identify, propose, and implement capital projects to improve operational performance.
• Maintain high standards of customer service, addressing any issues or concerns promptly and professionally.
• Support quality initiatives to ensure products meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Ensure employees complete required quality checks and audits.
• Create schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels.
• Ensure that all departmental activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
• Support Plant Manager with environmental and EPA compliance audits.
• Additional Responsibilities as Assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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