Production Team Manager in Hartford

The Production Team Manager for the Coating department directly leads operations teams in attaining production, safety, quality, service, productivity, cost reduction, and other department goals. They have responsibility for overseeing direct reports, providing coaching and feedback, and conducting performance evaluations. Individuals in this role provide clear direction, set performance standards, and facilitate professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Directly supervise the Coating operations teams in attaining production, safety, quality, service, productivity, cost reduction, and other department goals.
• Oversee direct reports, provide coaching and feedback, and conduct performance evaluations to facilitate professional growth.
• Manage production flows, staffing schedules, and department resourcing while ensuring best practices and standard operating procedures are followed.
• Maintain quality control processes to ensure products meet quality standards and lead the implementation of process improvements.
• Promote a safety-conscious culture, champion safety initiatives, and collaborate with other department leaders to continuously improve manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production environment with a focus on Operational Metrics and Continuous Improvement.
• Strong technical background with proficiency in Safety protocols and maintaining Quality Focused standards.
• Excellent Verbal & Written Communication skills and the ability to make Sound Decisions under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to Coach, Mobilize, and Communicate & Motivate teams effectively.
• Strong leadership skills to Drive Accountability & Results while fostering a sense of team and cultural competence.

Additional Information

• Health & Financial Security: Enjoy Health and Life Insurance, a Cash Health Plan, Pension, and a Bonus. Benefits include a subsidized canteen, access to a discount site, free parking, free electric charging points, and free annual flu vaccinations and visual eye test vouchers.
• Time Off & Flexibility: Benefit from 25 vacation days, plus statutory bank holidays, Parental leave and family-friendly policies, and flexible working arrangements.
• Well-being & Continuous Development: Access an Employee Assistance Program, our comprehensive Wellbeing Policy, and Development Discussions for career growth. Join our Active Sports & Social Club and enjoy annual summer and Christmas events.
• Professional Growth: Develop your skills through Avery Academy for future managers and Front Line Leaders training.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.