Molding Group Leader

**Overview**

**Berry Global**

Berry Global, headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, is committed to its mission of Always Advancing to Protect Whats Important. With $13 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2019 on a combined pro forma basis from operations, Berry is a leading global supplier of a broad range of innovative nonwoven, flexible, and rigid products used every day within consumer and industrial end markets. Berry operates over 290 manufacturing facilities worldwide, on six continents, and employs over 48,000 individuals.

At Berry, we pursue excellence in all that we do and are always advancing to improve the way we work along with the products and services we provide. Our culture fosters trust and partnerships through appreciation, acknowledgement, and inclusion. At Berry, we are continuously improving to support our mission and exemplify our values of partnerships, excellence, growth, and safety. To learn more about Berry, visit berryglobal.com

**Responsibilities**

**POSITION SUMMARY**

Reporting to the Molding Manager, this position will be responsible for standard operating/production procedures, safety, quality control, delivery and continuous improvement initiatives of the designated area. Position of supervision/management that will provide support and leadership within the Manufacturing Department. Will also provide support and assistance to other departments as necessary.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ To supervise manufacturing Team and be responsible for the overall operations for assigned area for the assigned shift.

+ To lead improvements activities for quality, delivery, cost and safety objectives and will support continuous improvement through Kaizen.

+ To be Responsible for work force planning and scheduling.

+ To identifying and mange needs and training and development for department team members.

+ To Hold team members accountable to company policies fairly and consistently.

+ To Assist or perform machine troubleshooting and repairs, set-ups, tool changes, preventative maintenance and routine machine checks.

+ To Address mechanical, operational, and technical downtime issues within department

+ To Train, motivate and mentor employees

+ To Conduct training of new and existing employees

+ To Supervise employees in the day-to-day operations to ensure safety, quality and productivity

+ To Maintain and improve production throughput and work with Production Manager to maintain direct labor cost

+ To Provide support for on the job assignments and continuous improvement initiatives

+ To Ensure Company policies, safety, quality procedures, and Good Manufacturing Policies (GMPs) are implemented, understood and followed

+ To Maintain a positive working environment among employees

+ To Maintain all required logs and reporting documentation and adhere to all safety procedures

+ To Adhere to all Company safety regulations and policies

+ To Responsible for maintaining production efficiencies and meeting the set goals for relevant KPIS.

+ Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

**Qualifications**

**Qualifications**

+ A minimum of 3+ years of experience in a supervisory role with a strong background in conflict resolution and people development

+ Good understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labor Laws

+ Conflict Resolution Management and Time Management skills

+ Strong communication, organizational, problem solving, teamwork interpersonal and leadership skills

+ Proficient computer skills

+ Effective use of technology, instruments, tools and information systems.

+ Previous experience with Lean, Six Sigma or other relevant continuous improvement methods and tools a plus

+ Previous experience with Troubleshooting processes, 5 Why, 8D or other is a plus.

+ Technical training a plus; mechanical and/or electrical

+ Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing facility is preferred

+ Results driven, effective decision maker

+ Ability to work any shift as neededExcellent verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate accurately and professionally with all levels of the organization

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (https://careers-berryglobal.icims.com/jobs/22068/molding-group-leader/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-1834445335)

**Location**

_US-NY-SOLVAY_

**Job ID**

_2023-22068_

**Position Type**

_Regular Full-Time_

**Category**

_Manufacturing_

**Location : Address**

_1500 MILTON AVENUE_

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