Technical Team Manager

vvf intervest, llc • Montgomery, IL

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The APDO Area Team Manager is responsible for providing operational and technical supervision for the operational and maintenance functions of the Liquid Filling (APDO) Department. VVF Illinois Services, LLC is part of VVF Group, a world leader in manufacturing of Oleo Chemicals and Personal Care products founded in 1939. They are one of the largest contract manufacturers of personal care products in the world. The Montgomery, Illinois facility focuses on the manufacturing and distribution of Personal Care Products, including bar soaps, deodorants, antiperspirants, and gels. VVF strives to create an exceptional environment for its employees, shaped by fair practices, excellent opportunities for career growth, and a working culture that embraces diversity.

Requirements

• Meet the legal minimum age requirement.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• 3+ years of production/maintenance supervisory/management experience overseeing 5 or more production/maintenance individuals in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of the basics of mechanical systems and electrical systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of high speed equipment timing, filling equipment, multi-packers, and case packers.
• Shift flexibility to accommodate the needs of the business.
• Relevant experience in team development and training.
• Respond to urgent or emergency situations outside of normal working hours as needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate teams in problem solving and troubleshooting efforts from routine equipment failure.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Working knowledge of the principles of 5s.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of high speed equipment timing, filling equipment, multi-packers, and case packers.
• Intermediate technical skills in general machining processes (material selection, fabrication) and scale systems.
• Experience in facilitation and team building.
• Experience working in a union labor environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervision of entire shift including hourlies.
• Execute daily production plan for a given shift.
• Ensure good product quality is maintained across the lines.
• Report wastages and yield on daily/batch wise basis.
• Provide daily support for the operation in troubleshooting operational issues.
• Lead team members through root cause and equipment failure analyses.
• Identify and execute corrective actions, temporary solutions, and permanent solutions.
• Drive innovations in process and work system improvements.
• Communicate shift results daily in verbal and written formats.
• Train employees on all aspects of safety (OSHA required training, etc.).
• Develop skill acquisition and assessment plans for line lead mechanics.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to enable execution of Preventive Maintenance.
• Lead team development initiatives to ensure continuous improvement around our key business metrics (safety, quality, reliability and cost).
• Ensure implementation of 5S in all areas of APDO.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance available on day 1 of employment.
• Dental insurance available on day 1 of employment.
• Vision insurance available on day 1 of employment.
• Company paid Life Insurance.
• Company paid Short-Term Disability coverages.
• Company paid Long-Term Disability coverages.
• Company match on employee contributions into 401(k) retirement plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Vacation time.

What This Job Offers

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