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Operations Manager
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* This company is specifically seeking candidates with at least 4 years of Active Duty US military experience *
Korn Ferry Military Division has partnered with our client on their search for a data-driven, STEM-strong Operations Manager for their Columbus KS manufacturing facility. Huge potential for growth in a nationwide organization; this role is a pathway toward becoming the facility General Manager.
Ideal background includes strong STEM credentials ( Mechanical Engineering or Chemistry.) Experience with AI/ML, SQL would be nice (not required) or the ability to access and manipulate raw data sets would be a major plus.
Compensation: $140,000-160,000 + 100% relo assistance
What You Will Do:
- Will supervise all activities related to production team building, daily production operations, and production processes.
- Interview and recommend candidates for hiring; coordinate and supervise the training process.
- Supervise the planning, assigning, and directing of work through subordinates.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing operations (to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, etc.)
- Provide input to the development of product strategy and research and development of new and emerging products.
- Assist in establishing and adhering to production and quality control standards.
- Provide guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.
- Will frequently use ChatGPT/LLMs internally to solve plant problems; will work independently with cloud-stored operational data.
- Will create and deliver 30-40 slide monthly performance reports to senior leadership.
Education and Work Experience:
- At least 4 years of Active Duty US Military experience required
- Bachelors degree required (STEM degree preferred.)
- Must have a data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze, interpret, and present operations data.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Visio Design software, familiarity with ChatGPT/LLMs, Time and Attendance Payroll Systems, Statistical tools (ex. Minitab), MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Internet software.)
- Ability to manage Six Sigma–style methodologies and operational improvements
Title: Operations Manager
Location: Columbus KS
Client Job ID: 510768465
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Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.
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