Operations Site Manager

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and Paid holidays

Job Description

The Distribution/Finishing Site Leader will have the overall responsibility for the operation of the West Coast Finishing Center. This position will be focused on the shipping and receiving or finishing of materials and/or products.

Responsibilities will include:

Employee Development & Management:

• Train and provide development opportunities for team members. Ensure annual goals are complete and communicated. Ensure Global Performance Management System is up to date and regular feedback is provided to team members.

• Supervise and evaluate team members, and adjust training where needed. Attract, retain and develop high potential talent.

• Model and promote the Corporation's Code of Business Conduct, Ethics and Values.

• Perform general management duties, exercising authority concerning staff, performance appraisals, promotions and terminations. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.

• Act as a role model and change-agent for the team.

• Positively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals.

• Coordinate team efforts, build and lead a regional strategy and team operating plan.

Site Management Responsibilities:

• Analyze and draw information for long-term strategic change and improvement for the site.

• Lead significant multi-site, multi-functional or multi-business project initiatives, scheduling and planning.

• Focus on improving more complex performance of the site: develop site organizational culture that fosters continuous improvement.

• Successfully implement annual and long-term financial and business plans (financial, safety, service, organization, inventory).

• Work towards results and effectiveness in: quality, service, safety, employee relations climate, inventory and organizational development. Ensure good operational practices are in place; anticipate and lead through adversity, effectively incorporate improvement programs into the culture of the Operations function.

• Practice all health and safety procedures and promote safety as a fundamental value

• Lead the safe operation of a facility and align with legal, legislative and corporate safety requirements.

• Create a vision and operating strategy/plan for the plant; steer the plant toward that vision.

• Drive continuous cost reduction and operating effectiveness improvement.

• Ensure accuracy and completion of capital planning and budgeting.

• Understand and implement ISO 9000 procedures that relate to the role and responsibilities of the Plant Manager position.

• Achieve maximum levels of productivity, ensuring that the business benefits from the lowest possible cost and best value.

• Deliver short- and-long term site results in order to develop and maintain the organization's credibility with the business and creating opportunities for the function to add greater value to the business.

• Translate market trends and customer needs into practical goals that create competitive advantage.

• Develop, analyze and lead Operational expenses.

• Develop Objectives, Goals, Strategies and Measures (OGSM) for assigned areas and confirm linkage to global business strategies.

• Lead benchmarking of Operations-related topics in support of divisional goals.

• Work with a team to review and create processes that will increase overall effectiveness in all operational areas including safety, productivity, quality, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or related field preferred.

• 5+ years successful multi-functional Operations experience including management and employee development.

• Solid understanding of modern manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS/Lean Sigma) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.

• Skilled in analyzing and drawing information for long-term strategic change and improvement for the site.

• Skilled in leading significant multi-site, multi-functional or business project initiatives, scheduling and planning.

• Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing environment.

• Strong organizational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution.

• Demonstrated experience in leading and handling individuals and teams.

• Operational knowledge of the applicable systems.

• Strong financial and business acumen.

• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.

• Excellent teamwork, leadership, relationship building, mentoring, training and project management experience and skills.

Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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