Manufacturing Operations Manager - ZipRecruiter : Job Details

Job Summary:The Operations Manager plans, directs, coordinates, and oversees operations activities in the organization, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the organization.Duties/Responsibilities: Promotes,monitors, and ensures a safe work environment and supports continuous improvement in EHS efforts.Drives rigorous daily/weekly/monthly management system ensuring the plan can meet/beat key KPI's across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost Improvement, and Employees.Ensures the PDCA problem-solving process is utilized when issues arise. Confirms that recommended solutions are implemented and verified.Partners with the Plant Controller to ensure cost and productivity targets are met, weekly/monthly forecasts are accurate, and financial walks are developed and analyzed and corrective actions are executed to meet commitments.Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans (such as those for staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, and facilities) are in line with the organization's business plan and vision.Establishes, communicates, and implements operations-related goals, policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent communication, support, and execution.Ensures accountability and discipline within operations; trains, develops, and motivates supervisors and employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects.Performs other related duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills/Abilities: Strong P & L background.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong supervisory and leadership skills.Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Knowledge of manufacturing quality systems.Leadership in driving Lean Manufacturing activities. Supervisory Responsibilities: Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains management-level staff in the department.Oversees the daily workflow of the department.Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy. Education and Experience: At least 10 years of industry-related experience including three years in upper management required.Bachelor's degree in business administration, Logistics, Engineering, or another industry-related field; MBA would be considered a combination of both education and experience. Work Environment: 50% of time on the production floor.Sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift as much as 15 pounds at times. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:This is a full-time, salary exempt position, working 48+ hours per week, depending on production needs. Nights and weekends may be required to support operations.Travel:Significant travel between Indiana facilities is expected for this position.#J-18808-Ljbffr