Assistant Operations Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials • Belvidere, IL

12d

About The Position

Directs and coordinates operations in one or more plant areas, ensuring objectives are achieved in line with customer and quality requirements. Reports to the Plant Manager and delegates authority to key supervisors. The role works directly on the warehouse floor around heavy machinery and has been identified as safety sensitive. Employment consideration requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include marijuana testing as permitted by applicable laws. The description is intended to outline general job content and requirements and is not an exhaustive list of duties.

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.
• A safety mindset.
• Aerospace experience if the candidate has no Quality background.

Responsibilities

• Work across functional groups and lead personnel to meet safety, quality, delivery, metal utilization, productivity, and efficiency goals for branch operations.
• Monitor staffing and training to ensure departmental processes produce conforming products that meet customer requirements.
• Manage and oversee reporting of data needed to keep day-to-day department activities 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, 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
• 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