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emergemarket.com

Director of Manufacturing

emergemarket.com, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228


Southgate11800 Reeck RdSouthgate, MI 48195, USA

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of converted paper products, is currently conducting a nation-wide search for an exceptionally talented professional to lead its manufacturing operations strategically located throughout the continental United States. Domiciled at our flagship plant in Southgate, Michigan and reporting directly to the company COO, the successful candidate will be responsible for Production Planning & Control, Quality Assurance, Safety, Compliance, Maintenance & Repair, New Product Development and Capital Expenditures. Our customers, including both traditional brick and mortar and e-commerce retailers, are very particular about their needs, and your mission will be to ensure orders are delivered complete and on time.This position will require relocation to Detroit, MI.Responsibilities & Duties:Bottom line responsibility for all manufacturing operations, facilities and personnel.Manufacturing, Production Planning & Control, Quality Assurance, Safety, Compliance, Maintenance & Repair, New Product Development and Capital Expenditures.Develop, monitor and approve annual manufacturing budget, taking corrective action based on analysis of monthly budget variances.Work cross-functionally with key stakeholders to meet all manufacturing and corporate goals and optimize performance and customer satisfaction.Participate in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding and training of key manufacturing personnel.Supervise and manage daily activities of manufacturing management team and functional department heads.Collaborate with COO, CFO and VP Sales & Marketing to forecast sales and ensure production and distribution meet demand.Expand and modernize company’s manufacturing facilities as necessary.Key role in machinery specification, sourcing, evaluation and new product development.Champion continuous improvement in all manufacturing operations.Define, establish, implement, and communicate the strategic direction of the organization’s operations.Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree (B.A) from an accredited four (4) year college program in business, engineering or related field; graduate level degree a plus.10-15 years of progressive manufacturing experience, preferably in fast-paced, high volume environments, with at least four (4) years in management with multi-site experience.Training and experience in Lean and World Class Manufacturing processes required.Keen eye for talent with the ability to teach, coach and mentor.Prior knowledge of financial statements and budgets.Confident, “can do” attitude, demanding yet fair, passionate about continuous improvement.Hands-on, self-motivated, rarely needing direction.Strong management and organizational skills; ability to multi-task.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Creative, resourceful and flexible in responding to initiatives.Intermediate to Advanced level Microsoft Office 365 skills.Benefits:At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA) set us apart from the competition. You’ll receive a package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.Summary of Benefits:Medical Insurance (BCBS)Optical InsuranceLife InsuranceShort & Long-Term Disability InsuranceCafeteria Benefits PlanFlexible Spending AgreementHealth Savings AccountChild & Dependent Care Savings Account401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)Tuition AssistanceEmployee Assistance/Wellness ProgramPaid VacationsPaid HolidaysPaid Sick & Personal TimeProfessional Development Program (AJM University)About Us:AJM was founded shortly after the Korean War as a distributor of commercial paper and related products. Over the decades, AJM evolved into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating numerous facilities across the U.S. Our commitment to customers and employees has not wavered, and we continue to invest in training and development programs for our employees.AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.

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