Associate Operations Leader

Novelis Guthrie Manufacturing Facility•Guthrie, KY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents. The Novelis Guthrie, KY team is seeking an Operations Leader for automotive finishing plant located in Guthrie Kentucky. The Associate Operations Leader is responsible for coordinating all operational functions for their respective department. The primary focus is to lead the safe, efficient, and continuous improvement of operations within various process functions of the plant. Additionally, this role is responsible for managing and developing the employees within the process unit and meeting all key business objectives as set forth by the company.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Be role model for leading and developing a positive, team-oriented culture.
3-5 years of experience in a team-based management or leadership role preferred.
Effective organizational skills and ability to work with various levels of the organization.
Excellent leadership skills and good interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to drive accountability.
Proficient in Computer Software – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Project.
Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Responsible for employees’ day to day functions while holding safety as the top goal.
Responsible for driving NOS Operator Care and 5S.
Develop & sustain standard work in support of Operator Care
Effectively communicate and remain positive in times of upset conditions, time management, teamwork.
Understand the budgetary process, inventory usage and control, and the procurement process.
Spend significant amount of time on shop floor with employees on all shifts.
Learn how to operate equipment as an operator to be a knowledgeable asset and resource for improvements
Develop employees to effectively build high performing work teams:
Set expectations for the team.
Use & coach the use of structured methods of problem solving (A3s, 5-whys, etc.).
Address training needs.
Coaching and mentoring with hourly production personnel through skill assessment
Ensure operational procedures are followed to product specifications, and quality metrics meet customers’ needs.
Perform 8D’s and root cause analysis with the involvement of operators on all quality issues and resolve.
Encourage and promote process, product, and equipment development to contribute to maintenance or improvement of profits and minimization of operating costs.
Responsible for solving encounters that impact production requirements from revised schedules and/or equipment failures, start-up of new equipment and development of new products and processes.
Administer Guthrie and Corporate practices and policies uniformly to ensure equal treatment of all employees and conformity with other departments.
Support the implementation and maintenance of business systems.
Complete administrative processes:
Input and / or verify payroll records.
Verify time and attendance reports.
Solicit overtime when necessary to satisfy operational needs.
Verify operational data in business systems.
Summarize and communicate shift results.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Health savings accounts – Company Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
401(k) savings plan with company match
Retiree Medical Plans – medical and prescription drug coverage through Novelis sponsored Retiree Health Access
Retirement Savings Account
Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance