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Manufacturing Operations Manager

Manufacturing Operations Manager

LinamarNoble County, IN, US
21 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

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

Keys to Success :

  • 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 preferred; would consider 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.