Benjamin Moore: Manufacturing Manager – Johnstown, Ny

Manufacturing Manager Job Summary: The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for directing and managing the daily operations of the paint manufacturing teams, reporting to the Director, Manufacturing.

The Manufacturing Manager will work closely with direct reports and colleagues to promote a safe workplace, drive consistent quality, coordinate manufacturing purchasing, production and distribution operations and drive the continuous improvement process leading to operational excellence.This position requires strong leadership skills and significant experience in developing people in a lean organization.

Lean manufacturing experience and the ability to drive continuous improvement is a critical component of the role.

This position is responsible for managing the paint production and packaging, colorant production and packaging, materials management and inventory, and site continuous improvement activities.

Job Responsibilities:Management all aspects of the paint, colorant, and warehouse operations includingsafety, product quality, service, cost efficiency and overall operational excellence.Drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the plant ensuring operationalexcellence on a consistent basis.Communicate clear expectations to all direct reports across all departments in meetingoverall company objectives.Ensure that policies and procedures are effectively implemented to continually optimizethe plants performance in achieving key metrics.Implement and enforce all environmental, health, safety and security programs toensure compliance and effectiveness.Ensure the highest standards for product quality and drive the quality system within thepaint, colorant, and warehouse operations.Strong leadership skills and significant experience in change management in a leanmanufacturing environment are essential.Ensure that cost is controlled and tracking mechanisms are in place and reviewed forcontinuous improvement.Leadership is expected to be governed by developing and fostering a culture oftransparency, collaboration, trust and respect as daily deliverables are executed.Ability to manage a diverse group of people and motivate staff to work together as oneteam.Is responsible for maintaining proper staffing levels by ensuring recruitment efforts areexecuted in a timely fashion.Ensures that established policies and guidelines for compensation, employeeperformance evaluations, performance improvement/corrective action, and employeerecognition are followed.Communicates clear expectations to all direct reports across all departments in meetingoverall company objectives.Will represent the site as back up to the Direction of Operations ManufacturingRequired Skills:Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical / Chemical or Industrial Engineering) with10+ years of experience and strong technical background.

Advanced degree ispreferred.Consumer Packaged Goods industry experience is required.

Experience in a high speed,high volume manufacturing and packaging environment is required.Previous production or plant manager experience is essential.Must be able to drive Continuous Improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturingand/or Six Sigma techniques and lead a culture of Continuous Improvement.

Strongtrack record of successful use of Lean tools.The ability to work in a matrixed organization is essential.Strong technical and computer literacy skills required.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Tracks competencies of direct reports and provide leadership and development asrequired to achieve the objectives.Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively withemployees at all levels.Understand business needs and opportunities and how to leverage staff to deliverbusiness success.Demonstrated ability to handle employee relation issues and facilitate conflictresolution.

Establish strong working partnership with HR.Position requires involvement within industry associations and travel to other locationsfor meetings and cross-functional/collaborative workExpert problem solver with the ability to define, diagnose and resolve issues.Collaborates with other director and managers within the company to share bestpractices.

Company ProfileClick to see how you can paint your future!The color of pride: Benjamin Moore is proud to be a part of Berkshire Hathaway, which was recognized by Fortune magazine as the world’s fourth most admired company.

And for more than 130 years we’ve been a respected leader in the architectural coatings and home décor landscape; creating the products and tools that enrich and beautify thousands of communities each day.

We recognize that our associates are the driving force behind our success, and we strive to provide a work environment where hard work, creativity and purposeful collaboration are fostered and encouraged.Join a company where innovation is constantly recognized as we look for individuals who produce world-class products, best-in-class services and customer experiences, design pioneering paints using the latest technologies and deliver unparalleled value and brand experiences for our customers and retail network.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Benjamin Moore, we believe diversity of culture, talent, and varying perspectives is key to a collaborative, innovative, and successful business.We are committed to driving change within our organization through purposeful Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) efforts, while also focusing on our customers and communities in which we serve.

Our DE& I efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence and Safety.

Our Social Impact programming of strategic local and national partnerships, in-kind donations, volunteerism, and more expands our ability to make a difference in the lives of all of our stakeholders.

We hope you will join us and become an advocate for diversity and inclusion here at Benjamin Moore.

SafetyAt Benjamin Moore, our people are the heart of the company and our number one asset.

We are committed to providing safe working conditions at all of our locations and have invested heavily in measures aimed at keeping employees healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With safety as one of our core company values, we’ve modified facilities and work schedules to support social distancing, established enhanced cleaning and sanitization protocols, and regularly provide personal protective equipment to all employees—including masks, gloves and hand sanitizer.

Ensuring the well-being of our team members is a top priority.EOE M/F/D/V