Technical Manager

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food beverage and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice restaurant delivery and carryout food processing grocery and retail and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex our 20000 family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at .

Downingtown is a borough in Chester County Pennsylvania 33 miles west of Philadelphia. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 7891. Downingtown was settled by English and European colonists in the early 18th century and has a number of historic buildings and structures.

The plant was built in 1979 manufactures paper cups and cartons and has approximately 200 employees.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust employee-led Give Back program which includes a matching gifts plan community grants initiative and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Summary:

The Technical Manager position is responsible for all aspects of Maintenance Engineering Printing Production and Facilities. The Technical Manager will typically be responsible for Maintenance employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide leadership for Engineering and Maintenance with the ultimate objective of maximizing production volume while achieving cost targets.

Manages the capital budget and develops technical talent in the group.

Assures plant facilities and production equipment are properly maintained.

Manages the plant Capital Budget and Engineering expense budget.

Works with plant technical and operations resources to identify capital deployment opportunities.

Responsible for CAR submission and coordination of capital activities.

Responsible for hiring salary administration performance management including disciplinary actions employee development and salary administration.

Provides engineering support and resources to sustain plant production. Coordinates communication and implementation of manufacturing and technical initiatives.

Manages AOP budget which includes technical group salaries building and grounds maintenance materials and utilities.

Responsibility for meeting site environmental compliance and providing support to plant safety programs.

Preferred Skills:

BA/BS degree preferred in Industrial Management Engineering or Business.

5 years of manufacturing experience including 3 years of supervisory experience preferably in a highly respected paper or consumer packaging manufacturing organization.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of statistical methods and process improvement techniques. Strong communication (written and verbal) interpersonal skills and negotiation skills required.

Must demonstrate proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

Effective team building and demonstrated leadership skills.

Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with all levels in the organization

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation religion creed age national origin physical or mental disability genetic information gender identity and/or expression marital status veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation pleasecall or email .

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

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