Director of Operations

7 days ago

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States Pactiv Evergreen Full time
About Pactiv Evergreen

Pactiv Evergreen is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Operations to lead our manufacturing locations in the Food & Beverage Merchandising Business Unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing 5-7 Operating Units, including manufacturing plants across the United States.

Key Responsibilities
  • Establish employee safety as the top priority across the Operating Unit.
  • Build an Operating Unit culture based upon operational excellence by relying upon standardized systems, reliable equipment performance and adherence to process.
  • Apply principles of lean manufacturing to improve key business metrics across the Operating Unit.
  • Optimize Operating Unit performance by maximizing labor efficiency while minimizing scrap and achieving required product quality.
  • Partner with commercial and R&D staff to identify opportunities for improvement in cost of manufacturing and product performance.
  • Direct the Operating Unit management teams by empowering, enabling and developing people to work effectively together as teammates.
  • Ensure a collaborative culture is established across the Operating Unit where employees are held accountable while at the same time coached and encouraged to reach their full potential.
  • Build and maintain a strong team of Operating Unit leaders through the effective use of recruiting, training, and development of the leadership bench.
  • Develop a clear operational strategy for each manufacturing plant in the Operating Unit in support of the Operating Unit operational goals that is fully aligned with the overarching business unit priorities.
  • Communicate the business vision and direct the change management effort across the Operating Unit.
  • Develop strong, collaborative cross-functional relationships across all levels of the organization.
Requirements
  • A BA/BS degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field is required. MBA preferred.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience, preferably in Operations within a highly-respected manufacturing organization. Multi-plant management experience is required.
  • Successfully implemented operational strategies and initiatives that have improved operational performance and bottom-line profitability.
  • High-energy with a creative approach to problem solving, possess strong analytical skills, and be a team player with exceptionally strong leadership skills.
  • Excellent judge of talent with a proven track record of attracting top performers and mentoring employees as their careers advance through the organization.
  • Ability to multi-task effectively while working across multiple layers of the organization.
  • Ability to function as a strategic thinker without losing sight of the critical details.
  • Ability to travel up to 70%.
Benefits

This position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus, 401(k) plan with no waiting period and dollar for dollar match up to 6% and immediate vesting, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, paid parental leave, up to nine paid Holidays and two floating Holidays, wellness program, tuition reimbursement and family care benefits.

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