<p>The Technical Manager will be part of the site leadership team and will interact regularly with quality, manufacturing, and R&D to define process capabilities, improve product consistency, and exceed customer expectations and quality standards. This position will report into the Plant Manager and will be based out of Mt. Juliet, TN.</p> <p>Your primary responsibilities and essential functions of this position include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Safety: Promote safety as the most important value in the organization by contributing through training, project management and other EHS responsibilities.</p> </li><li> <p>Process Safety Management: Lead for applicable PSM elements including management of site Process Hazard Analysis, Management of Change, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews systems. Drive continuous improvement in these processes.</p> </li><li> <p>Lead, develop, and challenge the engineering and maintenance team to improve process reliability, technology advancement, and support continuous improvement projects.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with other plants/divisions to identify and implement operational standard methodologies.</p> </li><li> <p>Lead capital project planning, communication, and execution to achieve time, cost, and results targets.</p> </li><li> <p>Support the scale-up of new products and in the improvement of existing products.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage/control cost center and capital project portfolio to achieve targeted results.</p> </li><li> <p>Apply rigorous observation and analytical tools to identify and execute projects focused on safety, quality, operating cost, productivity, and fulfillment of customer requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Facilitate/collaborate with other functions to ensure project objectives are aligned with division and plant objectives.</p> </li><li> <p>Assess, select, and handle external contractors for project and service requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Member of plant leadership team with leadership responsibilities both within primary function and beyond.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide training, mentoring, performance planning, and feedback to develop direct reports and others.</p> </li></ul> <p>Required:</p> <ul> <li> <p>10+ years experience in plant operation/engineering leadership role.</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's degree in an engineering field is required.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems (including automation control, AC and DC drives, mechanical drives and systems, PLCs, sensors, and motor controls) and facilities systems.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to influence and motivate others to excel.</p> </li><li> <p>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects concurrently in a dynamic factory environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work with others in a team environment. Actively promote collaboration & teamwork and resolve conflicts.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong organization and computer skills - MS Office, MS Project, Google, Lotus Notes, MINITAB, AutoCAD, MP2, Rockwell RS software.</p> </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Experience with process safety management (PSM).</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.</p> </li><li> <p>Exposure to Six Sigma or Lean Methodologies (Blackbelt/Greenbelt).</p> </li></ul> <p>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p> <p>Reasonable Accommodations Notice</p> <p>If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440) 534-6000 or NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.</p>