Production Team Manager

Job Description

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 are responsible for overseeing direct reports, providing coaching and feedback, and conducting performance evaluations, while also setting clear direction, performance standards, and facilitating professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• On-site role
• 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 and written communication skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mobilize, and communicate and motivate teams effectively
• Strong leadership skills to drive accountability and results while fostering a sense of team and cultural competence

Benefits

• Health & Financial Security: Health and life insurance, a cash health plan, pension, bonus, subsidized canteen, discount site, free parking, free electric charging points, free annual flu vaccinations and visual eye test vouchers
• Time Off & Flexibility: 25 vacation days, statutory bank holidays, parental leave and family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements
• Well‑being & Continuous Development: Employee Assistance Program, comprehensive Wellbeing Policy, development discussions for career growth, active Sports & Social Club, annual summer and Christmas events
• Professional Growth: Avery Academy for future managers and Front Line Leaders training
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non‑Profit organizations

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) such as Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group.