Manufacturing Operations Manager Job at Linamar in Noble County

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.