Production Manager Position Available In Union, New Jersey

Production Manager
locations
Westfield, Massachusetts, US
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 4 Days Ago
job requisition id

REQ256664

About Vibrantz Technologies
Vibrantz Technologies (“Vibrantz” or “Company”) is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving customers globally, our innovations are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications to enhance the hue, functionality, safety and environmental footprint of everyday consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable benefits like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 60 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents and employs roughly 4,000 individuals. We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship, and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages employees’ heads, hands and – uniquely – their hearts. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com. Job Function
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager will be based out of Westfield, MA and will be responsible for directing and coordinating all manufacturing activities in compliance with required output and quality standards. The Production Manager will participate in the overall direction of manufacturing processes and related specifications.
Responsibilities Oversee employee training, set departmental production and performance goals, organize work, and maintain a productive and motivational climate.
Oversee and participate in developing performance, efficiency, and product quality standards for the plant’s production activities.
Provide guidance to supervisors and technical support personnel regarding the coordination of plant standards with overall company objectives.
Manage production campaigns and inventory levels to optimize labor and equipment efficiencies.
Submit timely reports, as required, to the appropriate personnel.
Oversee the maintenance of the appropriate levels of labor, the general conformance with employee rules, the issue of warnings, and the administration of disciplinary measures when necessary.
Ensure the safe and environmentally sound operation of all production processes through the supervisors and operators.
Develop and support the strategic business unit strategies for Operations.
Liaison between Operations and external organizations (i.e., customer and civic affiliations.)
Establish operating budgets and forecasts, reflecting current and future short-run production capabilities.
Mentor professional growth and development of employees in the Production Department.
Coordinate product transfers from R D in cooperation with Engineering.
Serve as a senior member of the plant staff in the development and implementation of plant policies and procedures.
Develops, reviews, and revises site SOPs as necessary.
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or a related discipline
5 + years experience in the Chemical Manufacturing Industry
Lean Six Sigma Certification
Location
Westfield, Massachusetts, US