Assistant Operations Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials NA • Belvidere, IL

1d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Assistant Operations Manager directs and coordinates operations in one or more plant areas, ensuring objectives are achieved in accordance with customer and quality requirements. The role reports to the Plant Manager and delegates authority to key supervisors. It works directly on the warehouse floor around heavy machinery and has been designated safety sensitive by thyssenkrupp. Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana as permitted by applicable law.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory or management position.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Continuous Improvement, including Six Sigma certification.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Quality.
• Strong project management skills.
• Attitude and aptitude for teamwork.
• Proven experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Safety mindset.
• Aerospace experience is required if the candidate has no Quality background.

Responsibilities

• Work across functional groups and lead personnel to meet branch operations goals for safety, quality, delivery, metal utilization, productivity, and efficiency.
• Monitor personnel and training to ensure departmental processes produce conforming products that meet customer requirements.
• Manage and oversee reporting of necessary data so daily departmental activities are repeatable and aligned with safety, quality, and operational objectives.
• Support and/or lead continuous improvement projects focused on lean principles, efficiency improvements, and cost reductions.
• Ensure daily production is planned and managed.
• Ensure the Preventative Maintenance program is robust and followed.
• Support efforts to attain operational efficiency goals and quality objectives.
• Communicate effectively with Customer Service and other departments.
• Manage company resources thoughtfully.
• Comply with company and applicable Federal and Provincial human resource policies and laws.
• Maintain good housekeeping in all operational areas.
• Meet TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Voluntary wellness programs.
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager