Senior Finishing Manager

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Senior Finishing Manager Erlanger, KY, US7 days ago Requisition ID: 2234

Join the worldwide leader in playing cards and in "play" solutions. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different, play different. The Sr. Finishing Manager Operations will be responsible for leading all Finishing department operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products that meet customer delivery requirements. The role develops supervisors, team leaders, and employees; drives operational excellence through safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives; and partners across Operations, Planning, and HR to achieve business objectives and build a high-performing, engaged workforce. The role will take part in cross-department coordination and assist in developing strategic initiatives. What you'll do as a Sr. Finishing Manager Operations: Assists in the execution of Production schedules and provides timely responses to production and personnel issues. Ensures subordinates do the same through continuous training. Fosters a healthy team environment, ensuring employee accountability and outstanding team performance. Works across the different finishing areas to identify opportunities of cross training and development of individuals and teams to improve overall performance. Develops team leaders in each area. Works closely with the Vice President of Operations, other Operations Managers, HR and Planning to coordinate on-time delivery of 1 st quality product the 1 st time. Puts team goals first and works to tear down boundaries between functional areas. Aids in establishing training and development programs for employees within the area of responsibility, ensuring that the training is delivered in an effective manner. Ensures timely communications of performance or other key information to all affected personnel. Models company values at all times, and is an employee advocate and promoter of quality, safety and productivity. Ensures people are properly trained and are following safety (including proper PPE) and quality procedures. Leads the development of teams and team leaders at the floor level in the finishing department. Determines staffing requirements and re-deploys resources as needed to address any shifting manning needs, or changes in priorities and schedules Includes safety considerations in all department meetings and regular interactions to raise awareness of the team to perform their tasks in a consistently safe manner Institutes and maintains good housekeeping standards in accordance with a sustained 5S program Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, others, or to property. Exemplary attendance and shift flexibility is an essential element of the role Performs assignments as directed by management. Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Other duties as assigned We're looking for a Sr. Finishing Manager Operations with: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Operations Management 5-7 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing setting Experience with standardized work procedures, e.g. ISO 9001, written job instructions, job aides Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing philosophies, e.g. Quick Changeover (SMED), TPM, Visual workplace (5S), pull manufacturing, Kanban cards, continuous improvement mentality Experience with SAPProven track record in implementing significant change .Strong leadership skills Team-oriented management style with demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills Good planning and problem-solving skills with proven track record in achieving results through teamwork Ability to communicate and work well with people from all levels of the organization; instruct and direct in a firm, fair and consistent manner Ability to develop strategic plans to impact larger organizational goals outside of the area of responsibility Ability to interpret instructions and guidance from executive management; make thoughtful decisions and gain further data and guidance as necessary Benefitsyou can expect from Cartamundi:401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day oneHSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution and FSA (Flexible Spending Account) Company paid Life insurance amount of 1x your annual salary Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid time off Paid holidays Monthly engagement activities and giveaways Employee discounts on daycare, gym membership, travel, and much more! Physical requirements and working conditions: Physical exertion required in lifting, bending, pushing and pulling. Ability to manipulate objects and use various measurement tools Occasional lifting up to 35 pounds. Frequent prolonged standing up to 8 hours. Working in a manufacturing environment while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, typically ear plugs and safety toe shoes. Corrected 20/20 vision is required along with no less than average color acuity. Sitting at workstation approximately 50 percent of work time. Standing and walking approximately 50 percent of work time. Ability to work overtime or occasionally on weekends with short notice. This position is located on-site in our climate-controlled Erlanger, KY facility. Cartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS dhs.gov/e-verify. Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi. No agencies please. No sponsorship available. About Cartamundi: At Cartamundi, we're all united by our common belief that world is better with play. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different and play different. To us, it is not just an activity. It is a guiding mindset that reminds us to have fun, to be fair, to connect with people – across cultures and generations – and to embrace shared experiences. We are a worldwide leader in playing cards and in "play" solutions. Our owned brand portfolio includes a suite of heritage brands which go back as far as 1848, including global brands like Bicycle, HRO, Bee, Copag, Shuffle and many locally loved brands. These brands combine craftsmanship with innovation as the basis for their continued relevance and positive contribution to the local communities that love and use these brands. At Cartamundi, we have significant expertise in printing; our presses have been running since 1765. Today, our company has become the largest playing cards and board game manufacturer in the world and the trusted partner of leading toy companies. We make well-known brands such as Monopoly, Uno, Magic: The Gathering, Guess Who, Pokémon, Trivial Pursuit every day. As we look into the future and how entertainment evolves, we are bringing the digital world to the physical world and vice versa. We have a dedicated team of experts that is looking into future technologies, products, applications that can get our consumers and communities to truly live different and play different. We are still a family-owned company with headquarters in Belgium and have a global network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 6 design centers, 1 digital studio and 1 global R&D center.