REV Group
Director Operations - Ambulance Manufacturing
REV Group, Grove City, Ohio, United States, 43123
Director Operations - Ambulance Manufacturing
Location: Grove City, OH, US, 43123Company: REV Group, Inc.Requisition ID:
22948Since 1968, Horton Emergency Vehicles has built the industry’s most innovative ambulances for first responders risking their lives to save others. Horton designs, manufactures, and delivers the highest-quality, most tailor-made ambulances the market has to offer. Horton Emergency Vehicles is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. Our 6,500+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on.The Director of Operations is responsible for leading production departments and manufacturing processes for all operations at Horton Emergency Vehicles facility in Grove City, OH. The Director is accountable for setting strategic direction in operations to deliver the highest quality product while maximizing company profit in line with Horton’s mission and vision. This role requires expert knowledge and application of lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement in meeting company goals and objectives.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Directly leads and supervises a manufacturing team of Production Managers/Production Supervisors and hourly employees in all manufacturing processes in the business unit.Participates in company goal setting, deployment, and strategic planning activities, typically detailing 1st level improvement initiatives and targets to improve.Plans and monitors the day-to-day running of business operations, prioritizing and managing the workflow within all departments to ensure timely and efficient task completion in accordance with the production schedule.Responsible for all manufacturing overhead and direct labor costs in the P&L related to production, maintenance, and others.Accountable for the implementation and sustainment of lean initiatives within areas of responsibility.Acts as the Safety Champion ensuring all Health and Safety programs and standards are met in the facility.Communicates and interfaces with other senior leaders driving effective liaisons with other departments.Builds and mentors direct and indirect reports and identifies staff development/training needs.Regularly evaluates the efficiency of business procedures according to organizational objectives and applies improvements.Other duties as assigned.Requirements:Proven track record of developing and leading high performing teams with a focus on change management.Strong understanding and experience in the application of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with demonstrated team building and conflict resolution ability.Ability to think, act, and excel in high pressure, chaotic, or ambiguous situations.Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP/MRP (Mapics ideal), and other related software.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and drive for results.Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s degree preferred.5+ years of related experience in a custom manufacturing environment, specialty vehicle experience preferred.7+ years in Supervisory or Leadership capacity.Lean or Six Sigma Certification preferred.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work environment:Frequently on the plant floor.Personal protective equipment recommended and/or required:Safety glasses, or prescription safety glasses with side shields.Close-toed shoes required on plant floor.REV Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Location: Grove City, OH, US, 43123Company: REV Group, Inc.Requisition ID:
22948Since 1968, Horton Emergency Vehicles has built the industry’s most innovative ambulances for first responders risking their lives to save others. Horton designs, manufactures, and delivers the highest-quality, most tailor-made ambulances the market has to offer. Horton Emergency Vehicles is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. Our 6,500+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on.The Director of Operations is responsible for leading production departments and manufacturing processes for all operations at Horton Emergency Vehicles facility in Grove City, OH. The Director is accountable for setting strategic direction in operations to deliver the highest quality product while maximizing company profit in line with Horton’s mission and vision. This role requires expert knowledge and application of lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement in meeting company goals and objectives.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Directly leads and supervises a manufacturing team of Production Managers/Production Supervisors and hourly employees in all manufacturing processes in the business unit.Participates in company goal setting, deployment, and strategic planning activities, typically detailing 1st level improvement initiatives and targets to improve.Plans and monitors the day-to-day running of business operations, prioritizing and managing the workflow within all departments to ensure timely and efficient task completion in accordance with the production schedule.Responsible for all manufacturing overhead and direct labor costs in the P&L related to production, maintenance, and others.Accountable for the implementation and sustainment of lean initiatives within areas of responsibility.Acts as the Safety Champion ensuring all Health and Safety programs and standards are met in the facility.Communicates and interfaces with other senior leaders driving effective liaisons with other departments.Builds and mentors direct and indirect reports and identifies staff development/training needs.Regularly evaluates the efficiency of business procedures according to organizational objectives and applies improvements.Other duties as assigned.Requirements:Proven track record of developing and leading high performing teams with a focus on change management.Strong understanding and experience in the application of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with demonstrated team building and conflict resolution ability.Ability to think, act, and excel in high pressure, chaotic, or ambiguous situations.Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP/MRP (Mapics ideal), and other related software.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and drive for results.Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s degree preferred.5+ years of related experience in a custom manufacturing environment, specialty vehicle experience preferred.7+ years in Supervisory or Leadership capacity.Lean or Six Sigma Certification preferred.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work environment:Frequently on the plant floor.Personal protective equipment recommended and/or required:Safety glasses, or prescription safety glasses with side shields.Close-toed shoes required on plant floor.REV Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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