Job Summary

Responsible for meeting customer demand, while maintaining quality, safety, and lowest cost. Participate in developing and leading Production Supervisors and Material/Planning team  in the day-to-day operations of adhesives operations. Allowing the Johns Creek facility to transition into a Product Assembly focused operation. Create and maintain a culture that employees aspire to. Participate and develop strategic goals for adhesives operations that enable successful year over year growth of KPI’s.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Develop methods that ensure continually improving operations and methods, utilization of skills and man-hours, material and workflow to assure timely production and quality standards.Organize and assign work; instruct, guide and otherwise assist Production Supervisors in the performance of their work.Develop Operational metrics that drive continuous improvement in the production cells.Participate in the development of multi-value stream collaboration that increases performance and velocity of materials through the production process.Ensure financial responsibility to plan, as well as appropriate allocation of production spending.Provide support as required to Engineering, Manufacturing Services, Customer Service, Sales, etc.Participate in Company programs, e.g. communications, apprenticeship and job training, vacation schedules, job evaluation, employee appraisal, wage administration etc.Develop methodologies/programs that ensure the use of safety devices and equipment, supervise departmental housekeeping and maintain constant alert for hazardous conditions.Maintain an adequately skilled work force consistent with planning requirements and work levels.Maintain conformance with Company work rules and regulations, issue warnings, for violations and administer approved disciplinary measures when necessary.Perform any other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related Operational fieldEquivalent five to eight year's related industrial/leadership experience.Minimum 4 years relevant experience. Supervisory experience is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

Familiar with Microsoft Office software such as Excel, Word and PowerPointKnowledge of SAP/Materials management software toolsAbility to read engineering prints and interpret test specificationsEffectively communicate appropriate policies and procedures.Excellent oral and written communication skillsDemonstrated analytical and problem-solving skillsHighly self-motivated and directed. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.Expert problem solver.  Ability to analyze and improve processes in a wide variety of functional areas. Uses knowledge gained through prior experience, education, training to resolve issues and remove project barriers. Drive for results. Motivates team while constantly driving towards key milestones. Maintains constant awareness of deliverables; keeps team focused on short and long-term milestones.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise level is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The position will require a proven record of high performance, accountability, and reliability in a leadership role.  This leader directs and controls all elements of the production network, operating within the capital and operating budget at the highest levels of service. A constant focus on customer service and cost excellence is critical for success.  Operational experience is a must.

Travel Required

  Minimal

Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.