Principle Accountabilities: Leads the production of several processes/lines in a highly technical environment and responsible for the lines success. Evaluates daily/regularly plant operating performance and advises on changes in operating conditions that will improve efficiencies and quality. Lead a team of individual professionals (e.g. engineers/officers) to meet quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness requirements. Troubleshoot and analyze operational problems and advise on their resolution. Guide regular discussions with operators to coach performance and improve operational understanding and capability. Solicits and evaluates ideas for plant improvements and collaborates with qualified engineers to develop project proposals. Provides technical and operational advice to project teams. May act as principal interface between the operation team and the maintenance function. Engage in training and coaching of junior operators. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply in order to meet customer requirements. Initiate and participate in process development and cost improvement projects. Assist in department budget planning and management of department expenses. Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing individuals on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures. Ensures compliance to manufacturing standards.