Technical Manager

Job Summary

The Technical Manager reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager or Plant/Site Manager and is responsible for managing and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the staff responsible for the setup, maintenance and repair of the thermoforming equipment, and peripheral manufacturing equipment in order to satisfy the production schedule.  

Essential Job Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential functions/duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties/functions may be added or assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. 
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, monitoring, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.  
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures. 
• Supervise and provide guidance to ensure all tasks, projects and deadlines are met.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow by issuing written and oral instructions to staff.  
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff.

Operations

• Ensures all safety procedures are strictly adhered to including that "Lock out and tag out" and fall protection is strictly enforced and disciplined.
• Manages a staff comprised of Setup Technicians, and Setup Mechanics.  
• Must effectively manage a staff that works the 24/7 schedule and properly communicate and coordinate activities on the evening and weekend work schedule.
• Periodically works a swing shift for the purpose of developing the second shift technical staff and ensuring consistency of work.
• Collaborates with the Production Control Manager and develops staffing plans to support the manufacturing schedule, machinery maintenance and repair schedule. 
• Assists in the development of the preventive and predictive maintenance schedule for production equipment.
• Develops and administers preventative and predictive maintenance on all manufacturing equipment. Organizes and maintains maintenance records per Inline Plastics requirements.
• Develops and organizes a library of equipment specifications, operating manuals, parts and maintenance manuals to ensure manufacturing equipment is operated and maintained properly.
• Develops the knowledge and skills of the staff to meet productivity objectives of plant management and obtain consistency of work across the (4) shifts of staff that he/she is responsible for.
• Assists, as necessary, with the troubleshooting process, machinery and repair of equipment to minimize downtime.
• Can perform analysis to benchmark current Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and identify areas requiring improvement.  
• Collaborates with Process Engineers to develop and facilitate improvement plans to reduce or eliminate tooling repair issues, machine repair issues, machine cleaning issues, scrap generation, etc. that effect machine run time.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of 6S, SMED and lean manufacturing principles and supports the implementation of such programs.
• Knowledgeable in Inline Plastics Corp’s product quality standards and inspection methods.
• Ensures compliance of employees with company’s policies, procedures and safety requirements.
• Ensures employees maintain a clutter free, organized and safe working environment and that employees work and behave in a safe manner.

Safety

• Comply with the EHS Policy and applicable regulatory and company EHS rules and requirements.
• Prompt reporting of any unsafe conditions, practices, or environmental concerns to supervision. Resolving potential hazards swiftly, thereby ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
• Attend scheduled EHS trainings.
• Actively assist the organization in achieving or surpassing EHS goals. Identify areas for improvement in EHS practices and recommend enhancements to contribute to our commitment to a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates safe work habits by adhering to general safety procedures, including correct techniques for lifting and bending, maintaining proper ergonomics, using equipment correctly, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ensures that all fall protection procedures are strictly adhered to including but not limited to the use of harness, platform ladders, railing, lifts
• Ensures strict adherence to all safety procedures, including the enforcement and discipline related to Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) procedures.

Product Safety and Quality

• Follows Product Safety and Quality standards.
• Follows GMP’s regarding food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee.
• Follows IPC product defense standards and complies with all Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements.

Minimum Requirements (include education, experience, special skills, licenses and/or certifications required.)

The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment serving in progressive roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.  Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, management, business, or a technical degree in a related field. 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and TMM.
• Must be able to read, speak and understand English.
• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports.  The ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or board of directors.
• Must have the ability to comprehend and apply the principles of algebra. 
• Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. 
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. High degree of mechanical aptitude required.

Essential Physical Demands and Frequency

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standing

Yes

Driving

N/A

Sitting

Yes

Bending

Yes

Lifting

Yes

Other

Vision- close, distance, peripheral, color, depth, focus

Twisting

Yes

Other

Knowledge of machinery

Communication

Yes

Other

N/A

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Inline Plastics Corp. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.