Plant Manager

Role Description:
Reporting to the Manufacturing Director, the Plant Manager leads all aspects of the facility’s daily operations. The Plant Manager ensures efficient production while focusing on safety, quality, and cost. Lead and manage staff, implementing strategic plans to meet production goals and customer satisfaction. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the local plant budget and cost metrics to exceed the business results.
• Lead and coordinate the activities of all plant personnel engaged in the production and processing of can/end production.
• Develop daily operating plans coordinate staff to lead maintenance, and production schedules in order to meet customer requirements. Review metrics and make adjustments as necessary.
• Confer as needed with plant staff to coordinate operations and activities throughout the facility.  
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment and ensure supervisors train associates as necessary. 
• Ensure all associates adhere to production and processing standards. 
• Provide guidance to direct reports in resolving employee complaints and or grievances. 
• Ensure all Company procedures and policies applicable to your operation are enforced.
• Ensure all production, quality, and maintenance systems are in working order. 
• Monitor and drive scrap and spoilage to a minimum.
• Provide the annual performance review for direct reports. 
• Establish a working environment which promotes the importance of employees acting with integrity and in an ethical manner.*
• Ensure the execution of key internal controls within the area of responsibility.
• Demonstrate commitment to the Ardagh core values and policies and procedures.

Requirements: 

• Minimum 10 years in manufacturing with proven Plant Management experience 
• 5-7 years in manufacturing supervision, quality, and related areas in a manufacturing environment. 
• Proactive employee relations leadership to include coaching and mentoring subordinates. 
• Proven ability to set  goals for operational excellence and continuous improvement. 
• Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production equipment and processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. 
• Administrative and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in planning, resource allocation, employee relations, leadership techniques, in the coordination of people and resources. 
• Mechanical: Knowledge of machines, tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. 
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations or related discipline is strongly preferred. 
• Working knowledge of Lean tools and principles is also desired.
• This job requires having the desire to lead and the willingness to take charge, offer direction and opinions and accept feedback. This job requires a high degree of personal accountability.
• This job requires being honest and ethical in all related business decisions.
• The position requires the ability to show concern for others, be sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and be understanding and helpful on the job.
• This job requires a high degree of dependability, reliability, responsibility and accountability for results.
• This job requires a level of independence, which develops in creating one’s own ways of doing things by guiding oneself with little or no supervision.
• The position requires the ability to build a team spirit on several levels and to create a positive work environment.
• The position requires outstanding written and verbal communication skills and influencing capabilities.

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $153,100 and $229,700 per year.  This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on company meeting or exceeding targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and work location, where appropriate.

Ardagh Metal Packaging also offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage with an opportunity to earn a medical/prescription premium reduction by completing a qualified wellness activity. The Company also offers a 401(k) Plan. Ardagh Metal Packaging benefits may be amended at any time.