Alamo Group

Operations Manager

Alamo Group • $80K — $95K *
Fond Du Lac, WI 54935In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; emphasis in Industrial Engineering or Business Management preferred.
  • 7-10 years of operational leadership experience.
  • Strong understanding of production control and scheduling.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing tools (5S, Continuous Flow, Kanban).
  • Proficient in technology (Microsoft Office, ERP systems, CRM).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work extended hours and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, HR, Logistics, and Finance teams.
  • Manage local operations schedule and performance for shipping/receiving and inventory management.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs; set monthly revenue forecasts.
  • Deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with standards.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance technical performance.
  • Manage plant budget, including accountability for costs and variances.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a hands-on operational leadership role.
  • Access to continuous professional development and team empowerment initiatives.
  • Involvement in strategic planning for branch growth.
  • Focus on safety and quality performance in operations.
  • Collaborative work environment with various departments.
Full Job Description


Join the Alamo Group Snow & Ice Team in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin!

The Operations Manager is responsible for executing and delivering the operations and financial plan of the branch location. As a hands-on operational leader, the Operations Manager ensures efficient daily execution, optimizes resource allocation, and drives business effectiveness and growth.

With strong technical and managerial skills, the operations leader implements and manages a robust structure, manages financial performance, and leads operations toward 3 main goals: safety, quality and operational performance.

Essential Functions of the Job:
  1. Operations management
  • Closely collaborate with all Snow group resources (Sales, Engineering, Master planning, HR, Logistic, Finance)
  • Manage local ops schedule and performance for all activities, including Shipping/Receiving, inventory management,
  • Establish and monitor KPIs, set the monthly revenue forecast,
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance with Snow-Group and customers' standards.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen technical performance and operational output and customer trust.
  1. Financial, Business & Facility Management
  • Manage the plant budget with full accountability for costs and budget variances.
  • Monitor and analyze KPIs, identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
  • Contribute to strategic planning for the branch's long-term development.
  • Oversee facility operations, ensuring compliance with H&S regulations, security, and maintenance.
  • Optimize use of the facility to support upfitting but also service and parts activities.
  • Plan and supervise investments or site upgrades to maximize efficiency, safety, and growth potential.
  1. People Management & Leadership
  • Lead, coach, empower, and develop a multidisciplinary team
  • Recruit, onboard, and retain talent aligned with the branch's growth objectives.
  • Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance objectives.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):
  • Strong planning and project management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • Knowledge and understanding of production control and scheduling with regards to workforce requirements and production schedules.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques such as 5S, Continuous Flow, Kanban required.
  • Demonstrate the ability to drive for improvement of business goals and objectives through effective use of programs, tools, and resources.
  • Experienced and familiarity with the review and analysis of income statements and balance sheet information.
  • Highly skilled and proficient use of technology, including standard office software [Word, Excel, PowerPoint] and ERP systems, i.e. JD Edwards, and CRM.
  • Able to think critically and identify solutions to problems.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to communicate at various levels within the organization.
  • Excellent leadership skills, ability to solve problems, persuade, and motivate others.
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills required.
  • Must be able to work extended hours, including weekends. Travel may be required.

Education and Experience:
  1. Bachelor's degree required, with emphasis in Industrial Engineering, Business Management and/or related areas. Master's degree is preferred.
  2. Minimum 7-10 years in an operational leadership role.
  3. Previous experience working with heavy road equipment is a plus.
  4. Track record of successfully leading teams and delivering results.

About Alamo Group

Alamo Group is a manufacturer of industrial equipment for agriculture, construction, and maintenance. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Seguin, Texas. Alamo Group operates through three business segments: Industrial, Agricultural, and European. The Industrial segment produces mowers, street sweepers, and snow removal equipment. The Agricultural segment produces equipment for crop management, including mowers, sprayers, and seeders. The European segment produces equipment for agricultural and industrial use, including mowers, hedge trimmers, and vacuum sweepers. Alamo Group sells its products worldwide through a network of dealers and distributors.
Learn more about Alamo Group
Size
4,200 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$56.6 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+9.6%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
NASDAQ
ALG
* Ladders Estimates

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