BLACKHAWK INDUSTRIAL OPERATING CO is hiring: General Manager - Manufacturing in

WHO ARE WE: BlackHawk Industrial provides you with the highest quality industrial products and equipment, offering manufacturing services while creating innovative engineered supply solutions. We truly believe in the importance of the local relationships with the customers we service. Our employees have fun every day exceeding the expectations of our customers, suppliers, and shareholders. We distinguish ourselves as the #1 choice of industrial manufacturers who are in need of Technical Service and Production Savings.

We are BIG ENOUGH TO SERVE, and SMALL ENOUGH TO CARE.

SUMMARY: The General Manager, Manufacturing is a Senior Leader responsible for establishing the strategic vision, integration and comprehensive performance of all corporate metal-working-related manufacturing operations as well as coordinating the functional support to achieve its objectives in support of the company’s long-range plan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Personally exhibit, recruit and coach associates consistent with Core Behaviors 
• Responsible for promoting culture of safety 
• Develop and lead the execution of long-term strategies to optimize manufacturing capabilities, drive quality, and ensure on-time delivery while aligning operations with company objectives and market trends Develop commercial strategies to grow internal and external manufacturing sales channels
• Develop comprehensive manufacturing goals to drive performance, productivity, and growth in all locations
• Oversee and enhance the daily operations of manufacturing, including production, resource management, process improvement, and workforce with a focus on operational efficiency, safety, and quality standards. Utilize data-driven insights and Quality Management Systems to monitor, evaluate, and improve manufacturing performance acting on critical action items based on data evaluation
• Monitor and evaluate performance via Quality Management Systems that analyze, interpret and act upon critical data and metrics
• Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance
• Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.)
• Drive manufacturing operating capabilities to surpass customer satisfaction and retention, and company goals and ensure operations are scalable to meet future growth
• Proactively manage the optimization of corporate resources and assets

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong production and scheduling management skills
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Strong Project Management skills
• Experience with ISO-9001 or other Quality Programs (Lean, Six-Sigma)
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and metrics to inform decision-making. Response to highly complex situations that require demanding problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in ERP and Related Systems

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct supervisory responsibility for all assigned functional areas and Indirect leadership for ancillary/dependent process areas.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred. Experience in CNC programming, tool design, and managing metal working operations required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience required 15 years preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• None required but may be preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Employee is regularly required to speak and hear English, stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. Employee is required to use computer or other equipment.
• Employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to _25_ pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to clearly focus vision.
• Travel Required to Manufacturing Facilities and Customer Locations. Approximately 2 to 3 times a quarter.

PPE REQUIRED:

• Eye protection, hearing protection, foot protection as required.

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance BCBS of OK HDHP
• HSA with Employer match (must meet criteria)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K Plan and Company Match
• FSA (Full FSA, Limited FSA, and Dependent FSA)
• Company paid Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Company paid basic Life Insurance and AD&D/
• Supplemental life and AD&D/Dependent life
• Ancillary Critical Illness Insurance (Wellness Rider Included)
• Ancillary Accident Insurance (Wellness Rider Included)
• Ancillary Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Includes concierge services and travel assistance.
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Paid Time Off
• Gym Reimbursement
• Quarterly Wellness challenge with a chance to will money or prizes
• Tuition Reimbursement – after 1 year of employment

*BlackHawk Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer

As part of our BHID policy, we require all potential employees to undergo pre-employment background and drug screening. This is a standard procedure we follow to ensure a safe and productive work environment.