Coating Business Unit Mgr

The Greenfield, IN site is hiring a Coating Business Unit Manager. In this role, you will direct multiple shifts in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role requires continuous coordination of production-related activities, workforce planning, employee relations, and effective communication in order to meet production, quality, and cost objectives, leading day-to-day Coating and Finishing operations. As a member of the Plant Leadership Team, the Coating Business Unit Manager acts as a mentor and coach for front-line supervisors while driving continuous operational improvements across the facility.

• Lead, coordinate, and assist in day-to-day team operations in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, ensuring effective communication, workforce planning, and continuous operational coverage.
• Assist in establishing annual operating budgets for manufacturing and manage shift performance to review and resolve cost variances through effective corrective action plans.
• Direct and manage Shift Managers across Coating, Finishing, Shipping, and Material Handling in the administration and implementation of company policies, procedures, and performance management.
• Participate actively as a member of the Plant Leadership Team, mentoring front-line supervisors while supporting Safety, Quality, Service, Productivity, Cost, and Continuous Improvement (ELS/Six Sigma) programs.
• Serve as site safety champion by modeling appropriate safety behaviors, leading accident investigations, and collaborating with occupational health resources to manage return-to-work restrictions.

Position Type:
On-site

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6+ years of Operations/Manufacturing experience with 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading, managing, mentoring, and developing individuals and cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow, and continuous improvement strategies (e.g., ELS, Six Sigma, continuous flow, 5S) and the ability to integrate them into daily operations.
• Strong financial acumen with a demonstrated understanding of financial systems, annual budgeting, and key operational cost drivers.

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