Operations Manager

Description

• Handle controversial situations and problem escalation.
• Manage employees in an effective manner by communicating goals and expectations, and holding them accountable for results.
• Manage departmental budgets and reduce cost year over year.
• Participate as a key member in expense and capital improvements for Operation’s process, design, and facility solutions to effectively drive business optimization and transformation
• Provides reports and project updates and requested by the Operations Senior Leadership Team
• Provide input in the development of policies and procedures for the operations of Austin site, which includes work closely with Safety, Quality and Aftermarkets function leaders.
• Responsible for establishing strong communication within departments so that daily goals get accomplished.
• Responsible for the daily operations and management operations outputs, monitoring production rates, flow, and integrate changes as needed.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively lead, manage and motivate in a manufacturing environment. Manage staff in order to meet department / corporate goals. This includes setting action plans, budget estimation, task assignments and follow up.
• Lead, coach and develop employees reporting to them, completing performance appraisals, skills assessments and career counselling
• Drive process improvements from conception through implementation using factory systems, 6 Sigma and Lean techniques to optimize product cost/quality/productivity/delivery
• Provide input in planning, budgeting, implementing and maintaining costs and methods.

Requirements

• Strong project management skills preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing management.
• Strong working experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodology to help achieve operational goals.
• Effective problem solving skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree. Preferable degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong communication and presentation (Exec level) skill-set
• Self motivated, independent thinker with high standards.
• Possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance