Finishing Business Unit Mgr

Avery Dennison · Greenfield, IN, United States

  • Junior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-22
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

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Job description

Job Description
About the role
The Greenfield, IN site is hiring a Finishing 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 the day-to-day Coating/Finishing operations. As a member of the Plant Leadership Team, you will act as a mentor and coach for front line supervisors.
Key Responsibilities
This is an on-site position located in Greenfield, IN.

• Lead, coordinate, and assist in day-to-day operations ensuring effective communication, establishing annual manufacturing budgets, and analyzing cost variances to put corrective action plans in place.

• Manage Shift Managers across Coating, Finishing, Shipping, and Material Handling in the implementation and administration of company policies, participating in plant leadership team meetings to align goals.

• Support the development and implementation of Safety, Quality, Service, Productivity, Cost, and Continuous Improvement/ELS initiatives.

• Mentor and coach direct reports, promote collaborative workforce relationships, and support performance management, SMART objective setting, and employee development.

• Act as safety champion by providing leadership through modeling appropriate behavior, conducting accident investigations, and supporting return-to-work restrictions in coordination with Occupational Health.

Qualifications
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 6+ years of Operations/Manufacturing experience with 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience preferred.

• Demonstrated successful experience in leading and managing individuals and teams in a team-based organization.

• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow, and improvement strategies (e.g., ELS, continuous flow, cellular) with the ability to integrate them into operations.

• Demonstrated understanding of financial systems, key drivers within the manufacturing environment, and strong organizational skills in strategy, communication at all levels, and execution.

Additional Information
Equal Opportunity Employer
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. 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 any other protected status.
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Pre-employment Screening Notice
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Company Description
Why join Avery Dennison
We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.
Benefits
At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Inclusive Healthcare Support: Part of living a healthy life is finding a doctor you trust. To make this easier for our members who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+), Anthem is introducing Inclusive Care. This no-cost program helps you find doctors who will treat you with dignity and respect and who are experienced in providing compassionate, high- quality LGBTQ+ healthcare.

• Medical Coverage: Avery Dennison offers the following medical insurance plan options to best meet your needs and shares your plan costs with you. However, the larger portion is paid by the Company, and some of the

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