Coating Business Unit Mgr.

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities

Position Type: On-site 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.

Qualifications

Qualifications

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.