Role description:

The Manager of Forming Operations is responsible for extracting maximum efficiency from any of the company’s processes through automation, material science and/or innovation. 

 

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 Work 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, knowledge of 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

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

 

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.

 

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 produces many of the 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 has 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!
 

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.