Dir., Operations I (64892)

JOB POSTING – DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS CANADA

Graphic Packaging is searching for a results-oriented Director of Operations to drive efficiency and innovation for our assigned plants in our Canadian Division. This position sits as a member of the senior leadership team. In this critical role, the successful candidate will improve all aspects of manufacturing with respect to safety, quality, continuous improvement, production management, and development of manufacturing talent and teams. The ideal candidate will provide hands-on oversight of operations and set the overall strategic direction of Graphic Packaging International’s sheet fed and web manufacturing operations. Establish world class manufacturing discipline to production functions through strategic and operational innovation to support business needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Directs Plant/ Production Managers at each plant location to drive plant performance to exceed safety, quality and efficiency metrics.

Maintains operating costs within budget.

Directs Plant Managers by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring, and appraising results.

Ensures operational readiness of equipment through proper maintenance management programs.

Ensures all manufacturing operations comply with safety, quality, and GPI requirements.

Coordinates with the cross-functional business team to identify and implement the enhancements to products and systems to maximize profitability and product quality goals.

Supports succession planning by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training Plant Managers and other critical positions.

Manages headcount consistent with plant operating budget.

Drives overall strategy to maximize profitability and cost containment.

Travel will be required.

Ensures financial objectives of the plant are met through development and implementation of annual operating plans and timely resolution of deviation from plan.

Directs the development and implementation of cost control programs to ensure the plants are competitive within the industry. Maintains plant spoilage program within budget in conjunction with the Continuous Improvement and production department managers.