Operations Manager

Operations Manager 

Greater Quad Cities, IA Area

Immediate need for an Operations Manager responsible for managing the overall manufacturing process for a stable and growing specialized division of a fortune 500 manufacturer. Core customers are multi-billion, household name Fortune 500 companies. This position provides leadership and direction to operations leaders and associates in a multi-zoned, multi-shift department in order to meet customer demand. This person drives strategies for improvement in the Departments of safety, quality, delivery and cost through extensive lean/manufacturing process knowledge. Promotional opportunities will be available within the division. You will be responsible for ~100 people within the facility (hourly/salaried)

Essential Job Duties:

• Drive safety initiatives and strategy for the operation, ensuring ongoing operator safety and a safe work environment by promptly addressing safety hazards and minimizing workplace accidents.
• Ensure all welding and fabrication activities comply with safety regulations and best practices to maintain a safe working environment.
• Implement and monitor quality control processes to maintain high standards in metal fabrication and welding processes.
• Responsible for the development, planning, and execution against KPIs (safety, quality, cost, delivery, productivity, and morale), as well as the production plan and annual cost center budget.
• Develop, implement, and execute advanced equipment and manning capacity models to ensure demand swings are met.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities by implementing lean practices, including reducing inventory, optimizing material flow, and lowering manufacturing costs.
• Demonstrate the responsibilities of a lean leader and drive a lean culture in the facility.
• Ensure associates are engaged and participating in continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead goal-setting, coaching, counseling, mentoring, and career development processes with associates.
• Provide guidance and direction to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in manufacturing management.
• Knowledge of welding practices and metallurgy (Certificate Welding Inspector CWI preferred)
• Lean Manufacturing experience or certification.
• Strong leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills (verbal & written)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Mini-Plant Manager reporting to GM. 

2 OPEN ROLES…Clinton, IA and Fulton, IL

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