Operations Manager 66988

Operations Manager

Location(s) : Laurel, MS, US, 39441 Function : Manufacturing Audience : Experienced Professional Work Arrangement : On Site

Purpose of the Job : The Operations Manager creates and fulfills the monthly and quarterly production schedules that achieve planned revenue, labor contribution margins, on-time delivery, and quality. This position gives proper direction to all production employees in the Interior department to ensure customer commitments are fulfilled. The Operation Managers is responsible for manufacturing operations and implementing lean manufacturing while maximizing production. This leader is a change agent developing short and long-term goals and creating an inclusive continuous environment with an unconditional commitment to safety, waste, and employee engagement. Reports to : Plant Leader (Manager) Span of Control : This position has 2 direct reports, 7 indirect reports.

Job Responsibilities

Leading Safety and Security for an Injury Free Work Environment :

• Leads from the OC Safety Stand : All accidents are preventable, safety is everyones responsibility, working safely is condition of employment.
• Ensures a safe and secure work environment for all employees, contractors and visitors.
• Shows passion and caring for our people, leads from our safety stand and treats safety as the first priority.
• Ensures a clear and effective measurement system is established and implemented to drive results; rewards and celebrates safe behaviors and achievements as well as ensures accountability.

Knowing Our Customers :

Directing Operations :

Leading and Developing Talent

Lead transformative cultural change to drive value creation and innovation. Lead with inclusive behaviors that attract and engage a diverse employee base. Create and sustain a culture where talent is developed through effective performance management and talent evaluation. Effective staffing of the organization; competent people and the appropriate mix of internal and external talent satisfying both near-term and long-term succession needs. Invest in the growth and development of identified high potential talent. Build and support the development of a cohesive, high-performance leadership team that enables the success of the plants operations.

Job Requirements

Experience : A Bachelors degree preferably in Engineering, Science, Operations or Business. Minimum 5-7 years experience of related experience in manufacturing management leading people in a cross-functional and complex manufacturing environment. Experience, knowledge or training in Six Sigma Lean Methodologies manufacturing Six Sigma GB certification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) manufacturing experience preferred Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to create and drive change and effectively communicate throughout the organization Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment Excellent organizational skills, leadership qualities, computer literacy Driving changes through effective data collection and analysis Works with integrity and respect displaying a high degree of tact and diplomacy Previous experience as an Operations Leader, Controller, Supply Chain Leader Business and financial acumen Develops high performing team Strong manufacturing standards, procedures, engineering, and technical abilities Able to engage and care for others starting with safety Customer focused Action oriented approach and demands continuous improvement