At Sunstar Americas, Inc., we firmly believe that our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and agile culture that ensures we deliver high-quality, innovative products to consumers and oral care professionals. Our team-oriented approach encourages creative thinking and nurtures a positive work environment and productive relationships. With dedication, hard work, and a shared vision, we can continue to make SAI a leader in our industry.

Join us and become part of our global team, where together, we can achieve success and contribute to a better future.

Why Work at Sunstar? Sunstar’s mission is to enhance the health and well-being of people everywhere via its four business areas: mouth and body, health and beauty, healthy home, safety and technology.

Position Summary:

To manage and direct the manufacturing and packaging operations at Sunstar Americas, Inc., to deliver product on time at the expected quality and cost to meet corporate objectives, customer service levels within established budgetary guidelines. To organize and harmonize manufacturing workforces/resources as a team.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Promote and adhere to Sunstar’s Quality policy, Fundamental Management Principles and Guiding Principles for Employees.
2. Support the QMS System by ensuring compliance with applicable regulations through proper documentation and record keeping.
3. Promote operational excellence by monitoring and ensuring that safety practices, GMP procedures and company policies are observed in the manufacturing area.
4. Develops and communicates Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and Goals / Objectives consistent with the overall company’s goals, at the fiscal year and Mid Term Plan levels.
5. Reviews with the Planning department deviations in the execution of the monthly production plan, identifies root causes and implements corrective actions.
6. In conjunction with Planning, identifies mid / long term production constraints and makes recommendations on the appropriate course of action.
7. Identifies trends and issues and leads direct and indirect staff to improve productivity and quality levels to meet departmental goals.
8. Leads the continuous improvement efforts to streamline operations and reduce production costs.
9. Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance to improve the equipment reliability through the timely execution of the PM program.
10. Participates in the development of budget plan and once established, leads and monitors execution.
11. Monitors that all areas of responsibility comply with inventory, materials ordering, production reporting and work order closing procedures.
12. Monitors floor shop inventory levels & accuracy
13. Works with Engineering to correct actual vs. standard deviations for output rates, BOMs, routers, etc.
14. Actively participates with Engineering in the planning and execution of capital projects.
15. Assures that adequate communication is maintained amongst shifts in manufacturing / packaging departments. Communicates issues, changes and recommendations related to area of responsibility, as needed, across functions and levels of the company.
16. Determines with Planning staffing levels required to meet production needs for the mid and long term.
17. Assures that temporary and regular direct labor staffing levels are achieved as per the business plan.
18. Evaluates direct reports' performance levels and provides formal / informal feedback to employees.
19. Interviews and selects new hires for the functions reporting to this position.
20. Submits documentation for payroll and other personnel administrative processes.
21. Assures that adequate training is provided for all new and existing temporary and regular employees.

Education

• Four years Engineering or Management Degree. MS or MBA desirable.

Knowledge/Experience

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with at least five years in a significant injection molding/manufacturing management role with experience on labor, capital equipment and production supplies.
• Three years of experience in the manufacturing of medical devices or other regulated industry
• Working knowledge of GMP, ISO and ERP systems

Skills

• Problem Solving
• Computer proficiency: Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Communication skills: Written, Oral and Presentation

Abilities

• Ability to work in a team environment 
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.

What Makes Sunstar Special is:

• A business focused on health and wellness of people around the world
• High Quality Products
• Beautiful state-of-the-art facility
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Corporate Social Responsibility Program and partnership with charitable organization
• Strong value placed on company culture
• Excellent, comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits. 

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Employee discount on Sunstar products
• 401K retirement plan with 2.5% employer match (Pretax and Roth options)

• 401K profit sharing contribution based on company performance.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off. Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
• Competitive bonus 
• On-site café

• On Site Fitness Center
• Corporate Perks Discount Program (Auto, Retail, Electronics, Entertainment, Computers, Personal Vacations, Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, Eating Out and Much More)
• Holiday Lunches
• Beautifully maintained walking trails
• Hybrid Schedule (certain departments)
• Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
• Recognition and Rewards Programs
• Pizza With the President
• Anniversary, Birthday and New Hire Announcements

 If you’d enjoy a career helping others attain overall health through oral health, consider joining the Sunstar Americas, Inc. team.