Safe Fleet

Operations Director

Safe Fleet • $100K — $130K *
Belton, MO 64012In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree preferred
  • Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt Certified
  • 10 years of manufacturing management experience required
  • Hands-on experience with Electronics Manufacturing, specifically Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA)
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes like metal fabrication, painting, and low volume, high mix assembly
  • Experience in an ERP environment including production planning and scheduling
  • Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement implementation

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage operating budget and manufacturing plan
  • Plan for manpower, schedule, cost, quality, and productivity
  • Lead cost reduction initiatives, targeting labor, material, and overhead
  • Reinforce positive employee relations and improve business communications
  • Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Implement process quality plans for product quality assurance
  • Facilitate team meetings and communicate team issues

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation package including Medical and Dental insurance
  • 401K plan with company matching
  • Opportunity for bonuses
  • Empowerment to explore new projects and career growth
  • Supportive environment for outside-the-box thinking and personal success
Full Job Description
Description

The Operations Director will develop, implement and manage the operating budget and manufacturing plan which meets the total cost, quality and delivery needs of our customer:

  • Provide a high level of planning to insure manpower, schedule, cost, quality and productivity measurements are met
  • Lead cost reduction initiatives, focusing on labor, material and overhead. Work with engineering and direct labor teams to engineer cost-out of our product
  • Work closely with the workforce to reinforce positive employee relations and to improve overall business communications
  • Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste, improve process flow and reduce lead-times
  • Develop and implement effective process quality plans to ensure an acceptable level of quality is built into the product
  • Facilitate team meetings, communicate issues and concerns to others on the team
  • Work to provide a safe and healthy work environment for all employees
  • Communicate the requirements of both external and internal customers and coordinate the operating team's needs with the needs of the other functions to support the overall company goals


At Clarience, you are empowered to build a career that will take you where you want to go. You'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the tools necessary to achieve personal success. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including Medical, Dental, 401K and bonuses.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required: Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree preferred
  • Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt Certified
  • 10 years manufacturing management experience required
  • Hands on experience with Electronics Manufacturing using Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA)
  • Must possess a sound understanding of manufacturing processes including metal fabrication, painting and coating as well as low volume, high mix assembly
  • Experience operating in an ERP environment, including MRP, rough cut capacity planning and production planning and scheduling
  • Hands on experience using Lean Manufacturing tools and implementing continuous improvement plans on the factory floor highly desired
  • Experience in First Responder or Safety focused OEM vehicle manufacturing environment highly desired
  • Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to lead through coaching and motivating and must inspire the trust of subordinates

About Safe Fleet

Safe Fleet is a leading global provider of safety solutions for fleet vehicles. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of products that help improve the safety and efficiency of commercial and emergency vehicles. Safe Fleet's products include lighting and electronics, mirrors and vision systems, seating and restraint systems, and more. The company serves a variety of industries, including transportation, construction, waste management, and public safety. Safe Fleet is committed to innovation and sustainability, and is dedicated to helping its customers operate safer, smarter, and more efficiently.
Learn more about Safe Fleet
Size
1,600 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$20 million
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$500 million
NASDAQ
SFET
* Ladders Estimates

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