Operations Manager

Description

• Plan daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules integrating customer requirements, material availability, and resource capacity to maximize efficiency.
• Assure that department is properly staffed with capable people and that team member skills are developed and improved. Facilitate an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Assure that Production is properly staffed with capable people in all functions and that team member skills are continually developed and improved.
• Operate a safe work environment that exceeds OSHA requirements and assures that all plant operations are in compliance with corporate policies and government regulations.
• Handle all supervisory responsibilities for operations personnel including recruiting, hiring, training, work performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions per company policy.
• Provide leadership and direction for continuous improvement in the plant processes and systems.
• Interact with the other departments within the plant to establish work requirements and schedules and assure internal customer needs are met.
• Assure that manufacturing equipment is utilized efficiently to produce high quality products where the return on investment is maximized.
• Manage outside vendors and ensure compliance with company policies in support of production and some facilities.
• Maintain flow of operations by directing the work of employees, apportioning work and communicating production status, requirements, and problems to Traffic, QC, Customer Service and other related departments.
• Supervise maintenance personnel to ensure compliance with ISO/QMS requirements.
• Responsible for all maintenance related personnel matters including recruiting, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions per company policy.
• Team cooperation - maintain positive, cooperative attitude with all employees of LATICRETE and all customers.
• Foster employee empowerment and facilitate an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Continually evaluate cost, quality, and inventory control processes identifying and implementing ways to reduce costs, eliminate waste and reduce inventory levels.
• Plan and ensure proper inventory of spare parts and supplies.
• Perform hands-on repairs / maintenance of equipment and facilities, if needed.
• Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance program (CMMS) to assure equipment and facilities are properly maintained and documented.
• Participate in the development of annual departmental budgets, including plant capital budget, and operate within approved budget.
• Identify capital projects for the facility, submit proposals and implement approved expenditures.
• Evaluates services, parts and supplies to insure cost and quality meet established specifications.
• Provides technical assistance and guidance as needed in support of manufacturing equipment and processes. Can fulfill role of Project/Process Engineer.

Requirements

• Meet or exceed all customer requirements (e.g. on-time and complete shipments) with excellent service and quick resolution of customer complaints.
• Knowledge of appropriate Federal, State, and local health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Industrial/Business Management; or combination of education and related work experience.
• Ability to respond to after-hours equipment related emergencies.
• Detailed knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies with experience participating in process improvements in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to climb stairs (open mesh) with varying degrees of pitch.
• Very organized in scheduling and executing responsibilities and prioritizing in a multitask/multi-
• Minimum 5-years of experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing facility; planning and control of maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment, including facilities; process industry preferred.
• Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Good technical knowledge in areas such as electrical troubleshooting, instrumentation and controls including a good working knowledge of PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics and power transmission, plumbing, compressed air systems, HVAC and forklift truck operation and maintenance.
• Must be able to work in hot and/or cold weather conditions in open warehouse area.
• Computer Skills: Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of Supply Chain Management concepts/methods (e.g. MPS, MRP/MRPII,
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience with manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and motivate teams within the plant environment.
• Appropriate knowledge and experience in implementing and/or utilizing preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance and risk-based maintenance processes.
• Skilled in the supervision of teams to ensure the most productive use of time and materials.
• Up to 10%
• CRP, PAC, JIT).
• Physical ability to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50lbs.

Benefits

• Flexible spending
• Tuition reimbursement
• 13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance
• 1 week paid plant shutdown between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance