Operations Manager

As the Operations Manager of the Powder Plant, you will manage the safe and efficient output of the PPG's largest powder coating facility. You will ensure daily, weekly, monthly and annual goals are met. You will also coordinate with functional supports Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), Quality Control, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance, Engineering and Shipping to ensure support is provided for you and your team to succeed daily.

Additionally, the Operations Manager ensures efficient execution of roadmap projects and is a necessary member of the PPG Gainesville leadership team. You will report directly to the Plant Manager, and located onsite at our Gainesville, Texas plant.

PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) protocols, ensuring compliance with all regulations and promoting a culture of safety.
• Use quality methods, Lean, Six Sigma, and other tools to improve production flow, enhance quality, and increase cost effectiveness.
• Set up and lead team actions aimed at continuous improvement and site road map action plan.
• Foster engagement among associates and provide development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.
• Guide the implementation of the plant's future state roadmap to achieve strategic goals.
• Collaborate and support supply chain activities for the site, including inventory management, logistics, and procurement.
• Communicate with all supporting functions to ensure understanding and support of operational goals.
• Facilitate product transfers throughout powder organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or chemistry.
• 10+ years of industrial management experience in paint or chemical manufacturing.
• Lean and Six Sigma Black or Green Belt (preferred).
• Project management skills.

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