Manufacturing and Production Operations Manager

Daimler Truck•Cleveland, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead all functions within the Operating Unit to ensure the team produces trucks in the safest, most efficient, and with a never-ending push for the best quality mindset. The Operating Unit Manager will also ensure the department exceeds all SQDCME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale, and Environmental) related targets, utilizing TOS fundamentals. The Operating Unit Manager will also be responsible for coaching, mentoring and developing the staff and team members.

Requirements

BS/BA and 8+ years of relevant experience or 10+ years relevant experience leading team of people in a high-volume manufacturing setting in lieu of a degree.
Familiar with Daimler Truck systems and TOS tools
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required.
An attached resume is required
Must be able to work with limited direction and be able to make critical decisions in complex situations.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in manufacturing environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop area staff and teams through coaching and mentoring, to help promote a safe, efficient and healthy work environment.
Communicate relevant information and goals to the area teams, track targets and provide performance feedback to the areas.
Help facilitate and develop continuous improvement strategies within the teams to create a strong plant continuous improvement culture.
Develop action plans to help execute the long-term vision of operations, involving all support areas.
Monitor and revise manpower requirements when appropriate
Generate and implement cost improvement projects.
Plan and assign work, instruct in methods and procedures, check and approve work, handle complaints and grievances, and provide work guidance for employees.
Recommend and make final decisions for hiring and promotions for staff.
Make responsible ad hoc decisions regarding product quality and cost-effective repairs.