Production Manager II - Coater

Description

The Production Manager II is responsible for managing staffing, budgeting, and the execution of strategies for the DreamWorks Coating Solutions operations. This position is responsible for directing, controlling, and coordinating all aspects of the Coater Production to maximize the long-term and short-term profitability of the company while maintaining or exceeding performance standards.

DUTIES AND 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.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting base salary range for this position is $101,640 - $126,825 per year plus eligibility in annual bonus program. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and / or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses or deferred compensation options.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health / dental / vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values – Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence – have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.