Operations Manager - Weekend shift - Reading Truck

The Weekend Operations Manager for Reading Truck directs the production through the Value Stream by driving Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory and Team metrics using Continuous Improvement and Lean methodologies to meet customer demand and expectations.

WEEKEND SHIFT - covers Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun.

Must be able to work 7 days (12-hour shifts) in a two week pay period

(4 days wk 1 and 3 days wk 2)

The Nuts and Bolts

• Drive continuous improvement efforts (specifically LEAN) to achieve Quality, Delivery, Lead time and Cost goals
• Create and sustain a visual workplace to include, but not be limited to, team improvement boards, value stream board, day by hour and scheduling boards
• Model the use of Leader Standard Work (LSW) and ensure the implementation of LSW throughout the Standard Value Stream
• Engage, train, and coach employees on required skills to be successful in meeting customer and financial goals
• Create a culture of engaged employees focused on improving and growing the business
• Complete employee reviews, development plans, coaching sessions, etc., in an effective and timely manner to continue to raise the performance of individuals in the Standard Value Stream
• Manage and direct all operations activities to build and ship standard body orders
• Maintain communication with Sales personnel to ensure customer needs are understood and delivered
• Understand customer and market trends, requirements, and preferences to ensure designs, lead times and product quality meet industry expectations
• Track operational and financial metrics to ensure design and production processes achieve established goals
• Ensure company-wide programs, initiatives, policies and procedures are implemented and maintained and that required expectations are met
• Maintain a safe and environmentally sound work environment

Required Credentials

• Ten plus (10+) years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Five (5) years of experience in a supervisory role. Will oversee plant supervisors and their direct reports
• Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree is preferred but not required
• Demonstrated leadership, decision making and problem solving skills
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting engineering specs and drawings
• Ability to work in a production facility with varied temperatures
• Physical requirements - ability to sit, squat, stand for extensive time periods and lift 50 lbs.

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America.

Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

• We offer big company perks with small company culture:
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For other career opportunities, please visit our careers page https://www.readingtruck.com/about/careers

AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.

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