Operations Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure proper staffing levels are in place to meet current and projected business forecasts
• Responsible for coworker performance evaluation and wage administration
• Create a safety conscientious environment where coworkers adhere to safety standards and procedures; participate in monthly safety meetings, safety inspections, and toolbox safety talks
• Drive quality standards of products received, produced and shipped to the customer
• Maintain and grow both customer and vendor relationships in order to achieve mutually agreed up on results
• Review financial statements, sales reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement
• Formulate annual budgets supported by sales and marketing strategies
• Formulate and seek approval for all major capital projects at the location
• Maintain and grow relationships with other locations within the company as appropriate
• Participate in strategic planning sessions, including SWOT analysis, 3-year planning cycle, and quarterly action plans
• Implement and help establish, when needed, company policies, goals, objectives, and procedures
• Manage the movement of goods into and out of production facilities
• Direct non-production departments including warehouse, receiving, and shipping
• Provide a workplace environment that is conducive to recruiting and retaining coworkers; encourages growth and development; and treats workers with dignity and respect
• Along with site HR contact, provide a workplace environment free of discrimination, harassment, and substance abuse
• Maintain all capital facilities and equipment in a secure, clean, working and safe manner
• Assure accurate and timely reporting on all productivity, quality, fulfillment and financial information
• Conduct thorough accident investigations with corrective action input and comprehensive action plans
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Management, Operations, Engineering, or Supply Chain disciplines a plus.

Experience: 7 years of operations leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.