Zone Manager

Overview

The Zone Manager drives operational excellence within a packaging or manufacturing zone. This role focuses on process optimization, equipment reliability, machine capacity and utilization, and waste elimination. The manager leads a team of supervisors, engineers, continuous improvement engineers, process support engineers, and ODR techs.

Scope of the Role

Oversee a zone with 4-10 packaging lines or 1-2 manufacturing departments. Responsible for approximately 50-120 direct labor employees and 4-9 exempt/non-exempt direct reports. Manage 3 shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze zone performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and coach PWS initiatives such as 5S, Centerlining, Defect Handling, Changeover optimization, Visual Management, etc., to drive improvement and ensure compliance.
• Facilitate kaizen events, problem-solving workshops, and standard work development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality, maintenance, engineering, scheduling, safety, and training/development to ensure alignment and sustained results.

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree required. Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing or packaging experience with a focus on PWS and reliability.
• Proven effective leadership experience in continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Strong Excel, Redzone, and Power BI skills.

Perrigo Role Expectations

• Demonstrate commitment to Perrigo’s core behaviors and values.
• Foster a safe working environment by upholding all EHS expectations.
• Drive productivity initiatives that support Perrigo’s mission of providing high-quality, affordable self-care products.
• Maintain compliance with FDA, cGMP, and internal quality standards.

Benefits

We offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities. For more information, visit our Total Rewards page.

Additional Information

To apply to this position, please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. Application materials must be submitted in English. For equal opportunity employment information, please refer to our company policies.