Operations Manager - Johnson Service Group

Johnson Service Group, Inc  is looking for a Operations Manager to oversee the timely and safe execution of work to meet production schedule goals, while implementing and administering stringent quality control measures to satisfy or exceed client expectations. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical / electrical background with some design experience. Likely candidate started as a fabricator, electrician/technician, or designer and progressed through their career to a management position. Mechanical aptitude includes custom fabrication of structural, piping, and tanks within a modular assembly; understands welding practices and can oversee welding tests for mild carbon steel and stainless steel. Electrical aptitude includes working knowledge of power and control systems, programable logic controllers, conduit layout, and testing of process equipment and instrumentation. Managerial skills include leading, empowering, and motivating a group of 25-30 skilled trades to meet schedule without sacrificing quality.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of operations management tasks including:

• Management of the business line, including engineering, service, aftermarket parts, and fabrication
• Schedule an efficient workflow through design and fabrication
• Ensure the final products exceed Company and Client quality standards
• Demonstrate leadership in implementing organization's Health and Safety procedures and policies
• Maintain the resources necessary to perform the job, including:

• Adequate and sufficiently trained people
• Adequate and appropriate materials and supplies
• Equipment that is maintained in a safe and proper working condition

• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost savings, and employee morale.
• Teach, cultivate, and promote teamwork and problem solving in a positive, proactive work environment
• Contribute to the business line Operating and Capital budget process
• Oversee conflict resolution, both internal and external facing
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree in Industrial Engineering plus 10 years of sufficient and relevant experience.
• Experience managing a multi-faceted production facility that includes laborers, millwrights, painters, welders, and electricians.
• Experience with LEAN and/or Six Sigma techniques is preferred.
• Proficient with scheduling with MS Project or other
• Familiar with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Occasional extended shifts as necessary to meet production requirements
• Excellent communication skills

** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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