Operations Manager

About The Opportunity Oversees the daily production operations and other assigned areas. Monitors operations for efficiency and safety, ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements are met/followed. Develops production schedules to meet internal goals as well as expectations of customers. Oversees production staff, including hiring/training of personnel. Key Duties And Responsibilities • Establishes operational strategies to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customer service, sales, human capital, cost and profitability • Accountable for assigned site's key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance to departmental leaders to ensure scorecard objectives are met • Proactively monitors site capacity and collaborates with other sites on scheduling optimization to meet internal and external customer on-time-delivery demands • Conducts equipment feasibility studies and makes recommendations for investment; works with Finance to prepare capital expenditure plan and is accountable for payback expectations • Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to set continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence • Prepares and manages the annual financial plan and monitors performance through forecasting and/or other company reports • Ensures the overall maintenance and security of facilities, grounds, utilities and equipment • Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the Operations function, working closely with direct reports • Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support, explore new business opportunities, and/or resolve order problems or complaints • Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications Education & Experience • Bachelor's degree required • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities Desired • Knowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of workers, environment and site • Knowledge of the processes, tools and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the manufacturing cycle • Knowledge of day-to-day and strategic issues, operational requirements and management of a manufacturing facility • Knowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product components • Knowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding manufacturing processes • Ability to lead people and get results through others • Ability to think ahead and plan over a specific time span • Ability to establish high performance teams and a strong team player Physical Requirements & Work Environment • Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office setting • Frequent walking and standing required • Occasional travel required • Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.