Production Unit Manager

Company Overview Why Choose Us? 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. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs. Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description Position Overview:

Novolex is seeking a results-driven Production Unit Manager to oversee assigned department(s). The Production Unit Manager is responsible for leading a large team, ensuring safety and quality standards, and achieving production and cost efficiency goals. This role is ideal for a strong leader with a passion for continuous improvement and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and direction to assigned departments or production lines to meet daily, weekly, and long-term production goals. Oversee and manage a workforce of 150+ employees, including both salaried and hourly staff. Plan, schedule, track, and monitor production and operational costs to ensure unit performance aligns with established objectives. Ensure compliance with safety protocols, lead safety programs, resolve safety-related issues, and conduct thorough incident investigations. Recruit, hire, train, and retain talent; coach team members and administer corrective actions when necessary to maintain a productive workforce. Implement and enforce best practices and company policies to maintain operational consistency. Compile and maintain timely and accurate reports on key production metrics such as efficiency, downtime, scrap, labor, and cost. Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to provide clear updates and feedback. Lead and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Drive employee engagement through team building and leadership development activities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in industrial management, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Strong leadership, decision-making, and team-building skills.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years' manufacturing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

Skills:

Proven knowledge of statistical methods, process analysis, and continuous improvement techniques. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools. #LI-TM1 Company Benefits What You'll Get From Us Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Community Engagement At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. Training and Development We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com. Formerly Pactiv Evergreen