Manager, Operations

Manager, Operations Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Quality control corrective actions Vendor relationship building Plant management Strategic management Preventative hardware maintenance Operations management Supplier management 5 years Engineering Safety standards in production Six Sigma methodology implementation Environmental compliance Production inventory management Team development Key Performance Indicators Bachelor's degree in engineering Extrusion Bachelor's degree Production planning Decision making Epicor ERP Performance Improvement (PI) Mentoring Vendor relationship management Bachelor's degree in operations management Scope management Productivity software Training & development Root cause analysis Senior level Project leadership Operations Production scheduling Implementing cost-saving initiatives Team motivation (leadership skill) Communication skills Implementing lean manufacturing processes Cross-functional communication Training delivery Full Job Description Position Summary The Operations Manager is responsible for strategic leadership, overall direction, and support of the Lawn & Garden (L&G) and Extrusion departments. The Extrusion department manufactures performance monofilaments for end-use in wide range of applications, and the Lawn & Garden department packages trimmer line, heads, and accessories. Tower operations create and manufacture monofilament and engineered fibers. Commercial and Military antennas assemble parts and components that make antennas, importing and exporting to our various customers. This role proactively drives all aspects of the safety of associates, the quality of the product, and delivery expectations of the customer on time. Provide leadership across a multi-level production organization, including direct oversight of one supervisor, two production leads, and four production associates, while indirectly supporting a broader team of leads and approximately 20 production associates Effectively manage both stable and dynamic workforce environments, including seasonal scaling within the Lawn & Garden business, where staffing levels can exceed 100 associates during peak season (November through April) The Extrusion department maintains steady headcount. The Lawn & Garden department is a seasonal business that sees flux in staffing levels (via agencies) to greater than 100 associates during the busy season (Nov - April). The Operations Manager must have a passion for safety (everyone must go home the way they came to work), capacity to foster strong working relationships built upon trust and respect with direct reports, peers, and leaders, demonstrate the ability to motivate and train associates, and be viewed as a clear and creditable communicator and resource. Essential Functions Coordinate activities to execute the production schedule and develop employee knowledge and skills. Establish a work environment characterized by mutual trust and respect, open and honest communications, teamwork and a passion for winning. Drive department performance to meet or exceed business goals. Manufacturing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) will include safety, quality, material usage variance, labor variance, overhead spend (OVH), on time delivery (OTD), cost per unit, OEE, waste reduction and cost savings projects Build a strong accountable culture to achieve consistent positive results through a changing market. Mentor team for performance and career growth. Implement Leadership Standard Work (LSW) for daily work cadence Support plant safety initiatives. Work closely with the Safety Manager and be an active participant on the Safety Leadership Team. Ensure associates perform all functions of the job in a safe manner and promptly addresses any unsafe behaviors or conditions. Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve problems. Ensure inventory accuracy through proper transaction and reporting of raw materials, scrap and production of finished goods. Investigate discrepancies and assist in root cause analysis. Act as a leader for the continuous improvement of costs, housekeeping, safety, environmental compliance, and inventory within the department(s) consistent with overall plant goals. Continually drive improvements within the department that generate positive savings and contribute the profitability of the department. Secondary Functions Lead the L&G/ Extrusion Operational Excellence team. Lead and set direction for project teams to identify process improvements and minimize machine downtime. Implement visual management where needed to improve performance. Participate in monthly business reviews with Sales and Supply Chain to discuss demand forecast, inventory management and operations planning Design, improve, and implement new equipment and processes (includes, establishing project scope, anticipated gains, required resources, timelines, etc.) Act as primary contact with external vendors when needed for project implementation. Use ERP System to close manufacturing orders within 24 hours of job order being completed and respond to material short/overage issues in a timely manner. Address labor variances as needed. Work with the maintenance group to continually improve machine reliability through scheduled preventive maintenance and eliminate downtime by ensuring root cause analysis take place on all failures. Required competencies and skills : Ability to effectively manage projects to drive continuous improvement Strong leadership, project management, and LEAN manufacturing skills. ERP System Experience, Epicor a plus Excellent computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office software. Ability to manipulate spreadsheets, and create presentations Strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and project management skills. Demand Flow/Lean experience is a plus Ability to effectively interact at all levels of the organization. Must be able to translate engineering principles into practice and lead operator level training. Decision-making, Initiating action, adaptability, tolerance for stress, flexibility Knowledge of machinery and facility maintenance is a plus. Required education : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Operations Management or equivalent work experience. Six sigma black belt or lean experience along with successful 5S implementation experience is a plus

Required Experience:

5-8 years of related experience. The above statements describe the general nature and level of responsibilities for this position, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Company management may assign other relevant, business-related duties.