Foam Pour Line Manager Job in Newburyport 01950, Massachusetts US

 

Foam Pour Line Manager

Newburyport, MA 

 

                           

Summary:

Sleep Innovations is a leader in the design and production of memory foam sleep products - with a special emphasis on pillows, mattress toppers, and mattresses. In addition, Sleep
Innovations creates memory foam accessories - for dorm rooms, bedrooms, leisure and
travel.  We are searching for a results driven, self starter and experienced Foam Pourline Manager with 5-10 years foam pouring background in flexible or rigid foam industry, planning and chemical inventory experience, as well as EHS/Hazardous Material and manufacturing leadership.  Ideal candidate will be high energy, proficient in lean process and management, and lead by example. Candidate must have a take charge approach, a can do mind set, and thrive in a fast paced consumer product manufacturing environment  This position is located in Newburyport, MA, will report into the Plant Manager, and be responsible for the entire Foam Pouring Operation.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

·         Troubleshoot day to day problems with foam quality

·         Proven ability to lead a team

·         Development and Implementation of budget.

·         Manage to set metrics and have strong emphasis on continuous improvement to reduce costs.

·         Responsible for business results, inventory and expenses

·         Developing programs to reduce costs

·         Develops and carries out objectives outlined in Functional Tactical and/or Strategic Plan for manufacturing areas

·         Manage to meet all customer delivery and quality needs

·         Motivate and direct activities of leaders assigned to the site

·         Recommend new capital equipment through ROI to meet new business and increase operating efficiencies

·         Maintain safe work environment and compliance with all regulations (OSHA/EPA)

·         Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction throughout facility

·         Responsible for the review and approval of quality system procedures

·         Maintain a high level of employee involvement and satisfaction

·         Work with technology on product development and introductions

 

Desired Qualifications:

·         Knowledge of Formulations

·         Foam and/or lamination experience required.

·         Chemical Engineering Degree strongly preferred.

·         5+ years in a related field in a management role.

·         Working knowledge of JD Edwards preferred

·         Proven Six Sigma skills required, Green Belt preferred

·         Manage to meet all customer delivery and quality needs.