Manager, Operations

JOB SUMMARY (the purpose and general nature of the job): 
 Manage the intra-actions of Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics and Manufacturing to deliver on time products to customers.  Administer control over the performance of specific operations and policies of the company as it relates to those departments. Collaborate with the Director of Operations on the administrative/ management of the location. 
 
 PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES include the following:

• COORDINATE the related actions of departments in order to meet the financial and timely completion of products and services. Inclusive in these actions are to establish and review budgetary agendas for related departments on jobs.
• SUPERVISE employees on their work activities and work performance. This will include establishing objectives and reviewing these objectives with subordinates.
• DIRECT the procurement of goods and services in-order for OEM and Spare Parts to meet sales schedule.
• ASSESS the training needs of employees in their positions which will allow the employees to become proficient in their activities. This includes the review and recommendation of employees to other positions in the company or the changing of activities. Interview qualified applicants for positions.
• IMPROVE processes and apply   lean manufacturing principles.

 Additional responsibilities and duties may be assigned. 
 

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: Minimal requirements for education, knowledge and experience:

• BS in Engineering with MBA or BA/BS in Business with MBA or Masters preferred and Ten years in manufacturing and facility management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrates leadership and “out of the box” thinking.
• Communications and teaching skills a must. Knowledgeable of Microsoft products.
• Some domestic travel.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: This position requires the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities in the following environment:

• Work schedule generally consists of 40 hours per week, which may include on-call status, evenings, and/or weekends.