Manager II, Production

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company‑wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide‑ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Responsible for providing leadership and direction to assigned department(s), product line(s) or profit center(s) and teams in order to meet production goals, ensure a safe work environment, and meet customer specifications. Typically supervises 125+ employees including salaried, hourly and agency temps. Schedule, track, & monitor production and costs to ensure unit meets established goals while maintaining a safe work environment and quality standards. Maintain effective workforce through hiring, training, coaching and disciplinary actions. Develop, implement and demonstrate best practices and consistent policies. Complete and maintain timely and accurate reports on critical production outcomes such as efficiency, downtime, cost, etc. Provide feedback up and down the organization. Develop and implement safety awareness programs, communicate safety issues, correct safety related problems, and lead investigations into safety related issues. Lead, design and implement continuous improvement processes.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Industrial Management, Engineering or Business
• 8 years of manufacturing experience, including 4 years of supervisory experience
• Prior injection molding and LEAN experience is a plus
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistical methods and process improvement techniques
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective team‑building and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills at all organizational levels

Company Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Well‑being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health
• Safety as a top priority with comprehensive safety programs
• Benefits and well‑being programs may vary by location

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility‑level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non‑Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.