Associate Manager, Production- Liquids

About the role

Racine, Wisconsin is home to two positions as an Associate Manager, Production - Liquids. This role is part of a fifth-generation family company built on the spirit of its people, dedicated to leading with purpose and creating a better future for the planet, future generations, and every SCJ team member.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountability for defined business objectives and people management responsibilities
• Ability to coordinate and deliver projects by leading internal and external resources
• Ability to make fact-based, data-driven decisions and convert business strategy into action
• Meeting plant safety, quality, cost, productivity & environmental goals
• Ensuring regulatory compliance for areas managed
• Coach team members on all shifts to work together toward common goals, support high inter-shift communication and mutual respect
• Lead staffing management and planning for an area (i.e. overtime, flow to work, contract labor, etc.)
• Ensure communication of shift safety, quality, schedule adherence, cost, and OEE metrics daily to the production teams
• Lead continuous improvement activities that support the department’s goals while building the team’s capabilities
• Collaborate with support functions (i.e. facilities, engineering, IS, security, cafeteria, employee training center, medical center, MHG, SHE, Quality, Human Resources, etc.) as needed to coordinate activities and conduct issue resolution
• Interpret and ensure compliance of all company and HR policies and procedures
• Assist in the resolution of employee conflict and discipline issues as they occur while ensuring consistency and fairness
• Oversee and ensure the training and development of the team
• Ability to represent manufacturing internally and externally in a professional manner, both strategically and tactically
• Ability to pull cross-functional teams together to resolve complex supply chain issues related to manufacturing goods

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or relevant military experience considered in lieu of degree requirement
• 5+ years of relevant work experience, including 2 years of people management or experience in leading teams
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment

Preferred Experiences and Skills

• Project Management
• Experience in the FMCG (Fast moving consumer goods) industry
• Demonstrated experience leading within a continuous improvement environment
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence & manage change
• Open, honest communication style with interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Assertive self-starter with high initiative and ability to prioritize effectively
• Solid organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver effective coaching and mentoring
• Ability to identify actionable, business-critical goals that can be influenced by business work teams
• Ability to convert goals into action-oriented initiatives and to execute accordingly
• Demonstrated ability to lead cost savings initiatives and productivity improvement opportunities

Job Requirements

• 1st shift with ability to work on other shifts as needed
• Available to support 24/7 continuous manufacturing operations
• Working conditions may involve lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds
• Requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to, eye safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel toed/safety toed work boots
• Exposure to noise and subject to regular bending, twisting, and reaching
• This position is not eligible for remote work
• This position is not eligible for domestic relocation

Benefits and Perks

SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels, including salary, bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions, and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level, and years of service. The company is committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services, and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are a global business with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We celebrate diversity and work to build a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information, or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster for more information.