OPERATIONS LEADER

HUNT VALLEY, MD

COTY is looking for smart leaders who are fast and passionate.

Coty is looking for an Operations Leader to join our site leadership team in Hunt Valley, Maryland.   This role will be responsible for providing leadership and support to ensure operational objectives and measurements are achieved.  This includes flexibility and ownership to support Daily / Weekly start up plans, changeover adherence and Vertical startups, line moves, set-up, process improvements to exceed expectations. This leadership role provides timely daily communication and direction concerning production performance, including where there are opportunities for improvement. 

This role is part of Operations management team and reports to the Operations Department Manager.  As an Operations Leader, you are responsible to supervise and coordinate the activities of employees in the operation of a variety of machines to manufacture products that meet our safety, quality, and delivery KPIs for your assigned area(s) of responsibility. Your primary responsibility is to oversee Daily / Weekly start up and shutdowns of your lines, Enable and coach a strong DDS process to have clear directions and actions for a successful day, and ensure the activities on your team while also ensuring proper handover and information sharing with your counterparts on the other shifts.

Your main focus:

• Providing leadership and support for the manufacturing operation ensuring that KPIs concerning Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Productivity are achieved and reported
• Completing production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production reports
• Utilizing the Layered Audit Process (LAPs) to verify that RCO, Center-lining, CIL, etc. are in place and being followed
• Resolving line performance problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; driving actions
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, champion projects which increase the overall effectiveness of the manufacturing operation
• Performing and report out 5-why root cause analyses to effectively problem solve and drive corrective measures to ensure improvement sustainability
• Supervising hourly personnel to achieve production lead-time while maintaining high quality at low costs
• Providing coaching, daily direction and feedback to production direct reports
• Promoting a continual learning environment, where cross training and employee involvement/empowerment is valued
• Maintaining adequate work force, make recommendations on hiring, terminations, relocations/transfers training schedules, advancements, suggestions, and disciplinary requirements
• Coordinating staffing requirements and cross training needed to assure that required personnel capacities are available to meet the required workloads
• Ownership of the line and tracking of non-productive time and equipment down time
• Enforcing utilization of Ignition by all technicians to make data driven production decisions
• Conducting all SAP work necessary for producing the production order
• Communicating on all relevant information during the shift daily management
• Attending and participating in regular Preventive Maintenance action planning

Working for Coty means our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing innovative concepts to life. If you’re someone unwilling to settle, likes to envision larger possibilities, accelerate learning, and push boundaries – we’d love to hear from you! Working at Coty means being part of an inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equity, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Your ideas will count, fostering a career where you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

We’d love to see candidates who have:

Essential:

• BS Degree in Engineering or related field preferred
• 2+ years manufacturing leadership experience
• Demonstrated understanding of production processes
• Demonstrated team building and ability to create a positive environment within a diverse workforce
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills teamwork capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and set direction
• Working knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of the organization
• The facility runs a 3-shift operation, core hours will be 1st shift but must be flexible to work other hours as necessary to be effective in the role

Desirable:

• Experience with SAP preferred
• Experience working with a temporary and/or contracted workforce preferred

As our Operations Leader, this is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS  

1. Our recruiter will contact you.
2. A telephone/online introductory meeting follows.
3. A first online/in-person interview
4. A second interview
5. You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness.

Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you.

Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. Join us in making over the world of beauty!

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact cotyjobsUS@cotyinc.com. We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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