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Liberty Diversified International · 1 month ago

Production Manager II - Coater

Becker, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$102K/yr - $127K/yr

10+ years exp

Liberty Diversified International is a privately held company with a focus on manufacturing and production operations. The Production Manager II is responsible for managing staffing, budgeting, and executing strategies for the DreamWorks Coating Solutions operations, ensuring profitability and performance standards are met.

Packaging Services

Responsibilities

Provides management and leadership to the DreamWorks Coating Solutions business unit by establishing and maintaining standards in safety, continuous improvement, environmental compliance, and cost control. Effectively manages company resources to maximize achievement of departmental goals in all areas (financial, customer service, innovation, and learning)

Assists in the identification and development of leaders within the organization. Actively work to develop teams for enhancing their effectiveness in daily operations as well as to prepare them for future opportunities within the organization

Collaborates with peers (Technical, Maintenance, Engineering, Customer Service, Warehouse, etc.) to ensure the optimum allocation of resources within the mill

Drives LPI Culture initiatives maintaining a strong focus on accountability, productivity, quality, housekeeping, etc. throughout the Coater Production operation. Promotes engagement and involvement in activities such as Safety & Environmental meetings, Community Involvement meetings, Home Station Group meetings, special projects, or assignments, as well as the skills training activities of team members

Administers company policies and procedures fairly and equitably to maintain standards established for safety, quality, and overall company personnel engagement. Shares information that would benefit other members of the team and find ways to improve the delivery of service to our customers

Responsible for budgeting, department maintenance, and safety compliance for DCS operations

Strives to continually strengthen LPI’s business philosophy of meeting needs and exceeding expectations for customers specifically supporting LPI’s Commitment to Service, which involves doing what’s right for our customers, focusing on strategies that add value and support growth, and keeping the promises that we make

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Manufacturing experiencePeople leadershipCoater Machine Process KnowledgeBachelor’s DegreeDemonstrated leadership skillsComputer skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailProblem solving skillsTime management skillsCustomer focused

Required

10+ years experience in manufacturing

3+ years of people leadership experience

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in BBE, Paper Science, Paper Engineering or related field

Coater Machine Process Knowledge

Strong communication skills – ability to effectively communicate and implement change, set expectations, resolve conflicts and handle difficult conversations with employees

Demonstrated leadership skills and the proven ability to build, lead, and motivate effective teams

Ability to work with all levels within the organization; professionally represents self and LPI to external contacts. Must have the ability to work well with others in a team environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Strong problem solving, decision making and strategic planning skills with the ability to quickly and thoughtfully respond to production issues

Excellent time management and organizational skills required to ensure accomplishment of required responsibilities. Must be able to manage multiple projects, deadlines and resources simultaneously

Must be results oriented and have the ability to set high standards of performance and goals for self and others, while working under minimal supervision

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook

Must be flexible with work hours and be available by phone during off hours

Customer focused - the demonstrated ability to prioritize the needs, satisfaction, and positive experiences of customers in every aspect of work