Operations Manager - Direct Hire gea at Argus Technical

Operations Manager - Direct Hire gea

KEY INFORMATION:

"Hands-on" leader organizing and motivating team to meet and improve on production operations KPI's.

Development of people to strengthen technical talent as well as develop current and future leaders.

Raise level of performance through the use of strategic planning and CI tools.

Need to have:

Skills in motivating, training and leading teams to foster a collaborative work environment.

Familiarity with lean methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce waste and enhance productivity.

Strong skills in planning, organizing and managing resources to meet production deadlines and quality standards.

Strong communication skills for coordinating with different departments, from design to shipping.

Ability to analyze production data to identify trends, measure performance and make informed decisions.

Ability to identify issues quickly and implement effective solutions.

Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.

Proficient with computers and ERP/MRP systems.

Want to have:

Experience in injection molding manufacturing; ie: molding process, machinery and materials.

Experience in automotive manufacturing.

Job Duties

• Seek to improve the organization's financial performance and competitive positioning through

continuous improvement of production related processes

• Study the organization's manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for process improvement

or efficiency optimization

• Develop a manufacturing plan and production schedule that increases profit while reducing overhead

• Establish quality and safety standards and track vendor or organizational performance

• Modify employee schedules or staffing plans to reduce labor costs while meeting output expectations

• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately

• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)

• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures

• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles

• Perform complex tasks typically following established processes

• Lead and direct the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions

• Primarily focused on administering established policies and procedures; may have some impact on

departmental budgeting, strategic planning and procedural change

• Typically require a bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of experience

Competencies/ Skills

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to foster teamwork

• Decision-making skills

• Problem management

• Management skills

• Problem/situation analysis

• Analytical thinking skills

• Planning skills

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