The Director of Forming Operations is responsible for extracting maximum efficiency from any of the company's processes through automation, material science and/or innovation.
Scope:
This position will report to the VP of Forming Operations and will be responsible for forming operations.
Responsibilities:
Provide bottle-making technical, training, and troubleshooting assistance to the plants (glass conditioning and forming processes) with a special focus on their underperforming jobs and new product development
Develop and manage activities related to the establishment of improved technical production processes and methodologies
Ensure continuous improvement in process, cost, quality and production
Collaborate with internal contacts to implement any and all changes necessary to the facility or equipment that will improve current processes
Manage and direct the daily functions of the electrical and mechanical project engineers (related to the forming process)
Support forming activities within the plants through driving standardization, best day history methodology, consistent methodology/processes, and preventive maintenance effectiveness/compliance (to eliminate a firefighting approach).
Assign projects, establish realistic goals, and evaluate the results of the work activities of the forming area
Facilitate and implement "Sweet 16" forming methodologies
Provide expertise as it relates to underperforming jobs and new product development.
Minimum skills / qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Ten (10) years as a subject matter expert within the forming department
Ability to travel 100% of the time
Experience in the glass industry with expertise with glass container manufacturing processes and technologies
Experience with technical problem solving, understanding multiple technologies (electrical and mechanical)
Effective leadership, organization, and planning skills with ability to handle changing priorities
Ability to influence others and create immediate action
Preferred skills / qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a technical field
Fifteen (15) years of forming experience
About Ardagh Group
Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world's leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion. Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.
Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?
Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what's possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you'll enjoy the journey!
Benefits Offered
Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match and an employer retirement contribution
Paid holidays, floating days and vacation
Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement program
Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups
Benefits available from day 1 of employment
Flexible and hybrid working hours
Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.
Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Clare McHugh (clare.mchugh@ardaghgroup.com) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.
