Operations Manager

Description:

We empower employees to create a better future by upholding safety standards, solving complex problems, continuous improvement, and fostering inclusivity. Every part and every voice matters.

Job Purpose:
The Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of production operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, quality, and cost effectiveness. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day production activities, leading teams, and driving continuous improvement to meet customer and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production operations, ensuring output meets established quality and delivery standards.
  
• Develop and implement production schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
  
• Monitor daily operations, identifying and resolving issues that could affect production or safety.
  
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.
  
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and quality teams to achieve business objectives.
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in productivity, safety, and process optimization.
  
• Manage staffing levels, oversee training and development of operators, and support employee engagement.
  
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production output, scrap, downtime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
  
• Develop budgets and monitor expenses to ensure cost-effective production.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (preferred).
  
• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing/production operations.
  
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
  
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive results in a fast-paced production environment.
  
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
  
• Proficiency with production planning tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  

Key Competencies

• Leadership and People Development
  
• Strategic Thinking and Execution
  
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
  
• Communication and Collaboration
  
• Safety and Quality Mindset
  
• Results Orientation
  

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing/production operations.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive results in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with production planning tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and People Development
• Strategic Thinking and Execution
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Communication and Collaboration
• Safety and Quality Mindset
• Results Orientation