Operations Manager

3403 Charlotte Ave Elkhart Indiana 46517-1150

Why Valmont

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

A Brief Summary of This Position :

The position supervises the profitable and safe operation of the manufacturing function in a growth environment.  This is accomplished through a combination of an in-depth understanding of the manufacturing process and the utilization of employee motivation, plant scheduling / machine loading, proper maintenance and care of equipment, and maintaining good management / employee relations.  This position will also be responsible for recommending new equipment and capital assets as needed while maintaining plant costs.

Essential Functions :

Satisfy customers through quality products and on time deliveries

Obtain a high level of plant productivity through continuous improvement / lean initiatives

Ensure an effective maintenance program and personnel

Directs plant supervision to meet customer demand in aa manner that supports the quality level necessary to minimize rejects, reworks, and field problems

Keep abreast of new manufacturing technology and equipment

Direct, support, and advise an on-going safety program to minimize frequency and severity of accidents

Maintain a secure plant with a minimal loss of tools and inventory

Implement and maintain an effective MRO storeroom

Maintain production headcount to meet forecasted production levels

Lead employee development activities in partnership with HR to support promotion from within

Participate in all retention and employee satisfaction activities

Maintain good employee relations

Demonstrate a commitment to the Valmont Safety Mission Statement and provide continual support for Corporate Safety Absolutes

Participate in the development and implementation of the annual Site financial Plan

Work with Plant Manager and Plan Controller to attain the financial goals set by upper management

Responsible for dealing with employee issues in partnership with Human Resources

This position also requires some travel and association with other Valmont facilities

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) :

3-5 years of experience as a supervisor in a manufacturing / metal fabrication environment that exhibits the candidate’s skills and capabilities to meet the principal accountabilities of the position

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

College Degree or equivalent work experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of IFS or MRP / ERP Systems and strong computer skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment

Strong, empathetic  leadership skills

Extensive knowledge of Manufacturing processes

Strong problem solving skills

Lean Daily Management, Managing for Daily Improvement, SQDC Board / Hour by Hour (Performance Board) Experience

Lean Kaizen / Operation Excellence / Continuous Improvement Shop Floor Experience

Experience with kitting operations

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

2+ years of experience managing multiple shifts

Bachelors of Science Degree in Business / Management or related field

Formal Lean Certification and ability to teach and lead shop floor change initiatives with a cross functional team

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following :

Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email

EEOCompliance@Valmont.com