Job Description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at or connect with us on  LinkedIn or  Twitter

 

 

Overview:

Responsible for overseeing inplant operations at the assigned customer. 80% or greater work time will be allocated to assigned location. This includes responsibility for maintaining operating expenses, employee development, employee performance monitoring, implementing standard procedures, key performance indicator reporting, vacation coverage scheduling, and Safety. This exempt level position will manage 10+ employees at the customer site(s). This individual is expected to manage personnel and team development matters and must be equipped with measurable expertise in customer relation skills, negotiation skills, and must be even tempered and flexible in management techniques. This individual will only need occasional input from next level management (Regional InPlant Manager). Will work closely with the account team including CTS manager, Key account manager, Key account technical manager, and lab team to ensure success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Function as point person in operational inplant matters for the customer and Sun Chemical. Coordinates with Sales, CTS, and CSC leadership to ensure proper technical support within the given customer.
• With support of Regional Inplant Manager, assists scheduling coverage of the assigned inplant operation during vacation, holiday, etc.
• Completion of in plant personnel performance management reviews, coordinate in plant personnel training and employee development programs, collaborate closely with Regional Manager and HR regarding employee relation matters. Address personnel performance.
• Takes leadership role in Continuous Process Improvement activities within the inplant including inventory management of raw materials and press return inventory levels and optimization.
• Prepares monthly reports to keep management informed.
• As needed, perform color match, produce and quality control inks to ensure inks meet/exceed the customer’s specifications. Maintain detailed production and QC records.
• Provide strong expertise level press side technical support including support of and execution of technical projects.
• Ensure adherence to all inplant SOPs and KPI performance.
• Directs Housekeeping and Safe operations.

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical Degree (BS); or equivalent level of industry experience.
• 7+ years general industry management experience; and 3+ years printing or chemical industry related experience.
• Experienced in dispensing software platforms (Novaflow, SPEC, Mixmaster, etc.)
• Experienced in color matching technologies (X-Rite, Sun Color Box, etc.)
• Must have strong ink room and printing process knowledge.
• This is a customer facing position that requires a higher degree of interpersonal skill.
• Strong written communication skills for reporting

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

 

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Worldwide, Flexible hours

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