Production Manager-Coatings Line Manager

• Coating Line Installation and Commissioning Responsibilities
• Operations Job Responsibilities
• Basic Job Qualifications

• Collaborate with the HSE manager to formulate site-specific safety and environmental procedures along with training documents such as LOTO Confined Space JHAs etc. specific to the coating line.
• Establish 5S Standards for each production area.
• Develop Leader Standard Work for all leadership roles within production.
• Create all operator standard operating procedures covering the process from raw material unloading to the wrapping of the final product.
• Generate comprehensive work instructions for each role.
• Establish all production job descriptions.
• Produce all training documentation pertinent to production roles.
• Design operator checklists that facilitate daily tasks (work instructions).
• Formulate all quality testing procedures in conjunction with Corporate Quality for both raw materials and finished product.
• Participate in the hiring and selection team responsible for filling all vacant positions.
• Contribute to the build team by linking operational documentation to the specific recommendations of machine manufacturers including equipment operation guidelines etc.

• Ensures a safe working environment by strictly following IKOs safety policies and procedures while promoting ongoing improvements in safety and housekeeping.
• Consistently demonstrates behavior aligned with the IKO Core Values: Sharing Knowledge Integrity Long-Term Thinking Performance Humility and Agility.
• Cultivates a work environment defined by mutual trust and respect open and honest communication teamwork and a commitment to success.
• Provides the necessary leadership to guarantee that product quality meets customer expectations for all products dispatched from the plant.
• Ensures a trained and motivated workforce that can execute the plants business strategy.
• Responsible for maintaining controlled and capable processes with a focus on safety quality productivity and environmental compliance.
• Efficiently utilizes plant personnel and equipment to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness in achieving the plants business objectives (JE OEE CSF produced etc.)
• Collaborate with other departments to actively pursue manufacturing improvement initiatives while fostering a One Plant partnership with other departments and colleagues to achieve shared goals.

• 4-year degree in an Engineering field preferred or equivalent production leadership experience.
• 12-15 years of leadership/supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience knowledge or trained in Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office JDE Maximo or equivalent ERP and management systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate to all levels within the organization.
• Ability to grow and mentor talent
• Possesses strong process and financial acumen
• Ability to effectively motivate and bring together a new team with everyone focused on Operational Excellence.
• Greenfield or Brownfield start-up experience preferred.

Required Experience:

Manager