Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

Paint Area Manager 

Location: Toledo,OH

Start Date: October 2026

Organizational Interfaces

Reporting Structure

• Direct Manager: Plant Director
• Functional Manager: None
• Direct Reports: Paint Process Engineers, Paint Maintenance Engineers, Shift Leaders

Key Internal & External Interfaces

• Injection/Assembly Area Manager
• Plant HSE Leader
• Plant CI Leader
• Quality Team
• Logistics Team
• Technical Department
• OPTIMAP / OPTIPRO Teams
• Suppliers & Subcontractors
• Customers
• Employee Representatives

Competency Requirements

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Engineering degree required; chemical engineering background is a strong plus
• Solid understanding of quality standards and supply chain / flow management
• Strong command of English

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a demanding industrial environment
• Background working with customers with high quality and delivery expectations
• Experience in managing large production equipment (program management, SOP creation, process improvement, root cause analysis)
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing tools and principles
• Prior experience in painting on plastic parts, automotive painting or plastic components is a significant advantage

Technical Skills

• Strong computer literacy and ability to work with industrial systems

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong customer focus (internal & external)
• Results-driven, organized, and effective at time management
• Excellent problem-solving mindset
• Proven leadership: able to motivate, develop, and inspire technicians and operators
• Clear communicator who promotes teamwork, commitment, and continuous improvement

Mission

Main Purpose of the Role

• Lead and continuously improve paint manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with HSE standards, customer expectations, and plant performance targets (IPIs).
• Guide and develop team leaders to maximize efficiency and shift performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance paint process capability and productivity.
• Act as the process owner for the IMS Paint Process (KPIs, audits, corrective actions, documentation updates, resource planning).

Key Performance Indicators

• 12 IPIs, with strong focus on paint performance:
  • CNQ, RFT, HSE, Paint Scrap, Standards & Network
• OEE of Painting Area

Main Activities

Operational Excellence

• Guarantee compliance with Corporate / BG HSE and Energy standards
• Ensure production meets customer specifications and quality requirements
• Drive and support plant progress plans, fostering team involvement
• Lead daily production meetings, adjust resources, and ensure corrective actions are implemented

Team & Area Management

• Manage the internal organization and performance of the painting area
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness and equipment condition
• Define, propose, and deliver the operating budget
• Manage and develop the team (organization, objectives, discipline, mindset, skills)

Project & Continuous Improvement

• Support new program development with Program Development Teams
• Participate in paint process assessments
• Contribute to monthly production unit reviews and short-/mid-term planning
• Apply and promote best practices for process optimization

Additional Responsibilities – Greenfield Environment

• Acquire and deploy best practices in the new facility
• Support the industrial project team as needed
• Implement effective visual management
• Participate in team recruitment, onboarding, and development

As a responsible company, Plastic Omnium pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.