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Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com .

Job Summary

For over 125 years Holophane has been providing indoor and outdoor lighting customers with solutions that meet or exceed a whole host of demanding challenges. As our business grows, we are looking for an **Area Leader-Swing Shift** to join our team at the Newark, Ohio location.

The Area Leader is responsible for managing production operations in a unionized glass manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBA), promotes a positive labor-management relationship, and drives operational excellence in safety, quality, and efficiency. The role will oversee hourly union associates, ensuring adherence to company policies and labor agreements while fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement.

**_Note:_** _This role will require the Area Leader to work on a rotating schedule without on-site additional management support– 3 days/nights on 3 days/nights off to include weekends and holidays. (Shift Schedule: 4am-4pm or 4pm-4am)_

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Labor Relations:

+ Supervise and direct 25-30+ associates in a manufacturing environment, providing coaching and development to individual team members on a regular basis

+ Evaluate daily staffing needs and work assignments for associates and adjust for fluctuations in demand

+ Lead and support a team of unionized associates, ensuring fair and consistent application of the CBA

+ Partner with HR and union representatives to resolve grievances and maintain constructive labor relations

+ Approve timecards, administer corrective action and discipline as needed

+ Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and engagement across all shifts

Operational Excellence:

+ Oversee daily plant operations, including glass production, inspection and post processing

+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead general facility projects as required

+ Inspect and drive production decisions regarding acceptability of the glass products

Safety & Compliance:

+ Drive safety, quality, and productivity performance in accordance with Lean principles, standard work and customer requirements

+ Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular audits

+ Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, company policies, and CBA provisions

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

+ Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Sourcing and other key partners to support plant objectives

+ Communicate effectively with senior leadership on performance, risks, and improvement plans

Skills, Education And Experience (Required To Perform Essential Functions)

+ 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment

+ Experience working with associates in a union facility, working with an hourly workforce is preferred

+ Previous supervisory experience, leading a non-exempt workforce

+ Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written communication. Demonstrate effective conflict resolutions skills, especially when navigating sensitive or high-stakes conversations

+ Demonstrated ability to use a computer, including experience with Oracle, Assembly Cell Portal, O9, Power BI software

+ Experience with Lean principles and exposure to Kaizen and continuous improvement events

+ Willingness to work in a loud environment and ability to tolerate temperatures in line with the outdoor environment

+ Ability to stand 10-12 hours per day, lift, push, pull up to 40 pounds frequently

Education (minimum Education Required)

+ A High School graduate or High School Diploma Equivalency/ GED is required

Preferred Education

+ Bachelors degree or equivalent

Experience (minimum Experience Required)

+ 3+ years of experience

Preferred Experience

+ 3+ years in a manufacturing environment

+ Experience with hourly workforce in union and non-union environments

Physical Requirements

+ Medium Work –Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds

Travel Requirements

+ 5% - 10% Domestic and/or International

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

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