Autonomous Production Unit Manager

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Aptar is seeking an Autonomous Production Unit Manager based in Lincolnton, NC. This role is fulltime with onsite presence required.

The Autonomous Production Unit Manager is responsible for the product value stream within the Lincolnton site. The APU Manager is responsible for leading both technical and non-technical teams in the continuous improvement of safety, quality, and productivity within the manufacturing environment. This role involves overseeing production operations, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and fostering strong relationships with internal staff and key customers. The manager will implement lean manufacturing techniques to enhance operational efficiency and will be involved in strategic planning and budget management. The APU Manager will retain principal responsibility of processes and performance across all shifts while initiating and driving continuous improvement activities in areas of responsibility relative to business objectives.

• Respect, apply and deploy the core values of APTAR.
• Responsible for all manufacturing activities with total respect to lead-time expectation and commitment, quality and EHS requirements and cost control.
• Manages all aspects of production staffing, staff development and performance management.
• Maintain and increase the efficiency of the production equipment.
• In charge of leading the cooperation between tooling, maintenance, quality departments.
• Strive for customer satisfaction by manufacturing products in respect of company's quality, cost and lead-time policies.
• Assist in developing strategic plans in which business goals and objectives are met, talent development, customer focus and employee engagement.
• Manage daily production activities.
• Review action plans to improve production and manufacturing performance.
• Lead and develop technical and non-technical production teams
• Maintain manufacturing staff performance level by coaching, counseling, disciplining employees, addressing grievances, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Initiate plans and processes, which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of labor, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital and other efficiency measures.
• Assure attainment of business objectives and production schedules while ensuring product standards that will exceed our customers' expectations.
• Manage spending against budget, controlling spending in relation to changes in production.

• Continually improve safety record by ensuring that all safety rules & regulations are respected and by addressing both physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes.
• Implement and enforce quality control programs to meet quality objective.
• All other tasks as assigned.
• Occasional travel required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10+ years' experience in a production environment.
• 15+ years in management
• Lean Manufacturing Experience
• Excellent computer skills utilizing SAP and MS Office.
• Demonstrated analytical proficiency
• P&L Management >$20MM
• Demonstrated team building and development of individuals
• Strong understanding of Mechanical systems

• Persuasive communicator with strong communication skills, able to give presentations and training sessions.
• Proven ability to communicate with executives, peers, and team members.
• Strong leadership and diplomacy
• Open minded and creative problem solver in complex situations.
• Good interpersonal skills, capable of working well on teams and building strong relationships.
• Detail oriented, rigorous, analytical, reactive, independent, and self-motivated.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Strong understanding of data acquisition, analytics and digital OEE implementation

• Injection molding experience
• Lean Six Sigma
• Green Belt
• Project Management experience
• MBA or Masters in engineering
• Knowledge of Quality systems (ISO, SQF etc)
• Basic knowledge of Automation, Robotics and PLC controls

Who We are

At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering, and science to develop cutting-edge packaging technologies that enhance brand value for our clients and make a significant impact on people's lives globally. Our innovations transform conventional packaging into advanced dispensing systems, offering solutions such as precise fragrance applications, mess-free ketchup dispensing for kids, and connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments.

With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.

Our Culture

At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive.

How We Support Our Employees

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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