About The OpportunityOversees 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.
Essential Job FunctionsThe following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all
inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.
- Establishes operational strategies to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customerservice, sales, human capital, cost and profitability
- Accountable for assigned site's key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance todepartmental leaders to ensure scorecard objectives are met
- Proactively monitors site capacity and collaborates with other sites on scheduling optimization to meet internal andexternal customer on-time-delivery demands
- Conducts equipment feasibility studies and makes recommendations for investment; works with Finance to prepare capitalexpenditure 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 8 years of relevant experience required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities- 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.
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