Operations Manager, Fabrication

Pennex Aluminum Company • York, PA

1d • $85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Consider joining the Pennex family as an Operations Manager, Fabrication in our York, PA location. This role manages and coordinate activities of the York Fabrication department engaged in cutting, machining, and punch press activities for aluminum products. You’ll work alongside other departments to ensure the highest quality, highest margin products are manufactured in a safe environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university preferred
• High School Diploma with advanced training or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Five or more years of experience in leadership in a manufacturing environment
• Technical/ machining background: metals fabrication experience required (ie: Punch drill, CNC, Machine Sawing, etc.)
• ERP experience required: Epics or Microsoft Dynamics365 preferred
• Must be able to read blueprints
• Precision measurement experience
• A thorough understanding of the fabrication process
• A desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn and apply new skills
• Attentive to details and follows through on assigned tasks and commitments
• Flexible and driven to meet tight deadlines, handle multiple projects and prioritize them appropriately
• Strong organizational skills, and ability to effectively disseminate information in a clear and concise manner
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available
• Regular attendance required

Responsibilities

• Analyzes customer demand and backlog in connection with extrusion to determine what materials and when needed
• Assists in quoting new business opportunities to determine information such as material to be used, type of operations, and sequence of operations required
• Prepares requisitions for tooling, fixtures, and operational supplies
• Partners with Maintenance Manager on escalated machine malfunction and repairs
• Ensures quality standards are met and provide problem solve issues
• Oversees saw operations, machining cells, and other value-added processes in relation to operational effectiveness and continuous improvement
• Must be familiar with 6S projects and utilization of other Lean Manufacturing principles
• Assists in the investigation of customer complaints and quality non conformances in the process
• Utilizes effective problem-solving techniques to eliminate problems
• Adheres to standard work practices and coaches team to meet production schedules
• Uses production schedules to evaluate worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment. Verifies performance throughout shift relative to expected rate
• Reviews, modifies, and updates production schedules daily based on customer inquiries, collaboration with leadership and sales, and availability of material
• Works with ERP system to determine capacity requirements and work with customer service ensure accurate customer delivery acknowledgements. Offers resolution of improvement in an effort to transform information into a more sophisticated ERP
• Coordinates with Shipping Coordinator regarding load completions and carrier pickups
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
• Works with outside processors to manage the production and quality of those processors to meet the customer demands and requirements
• Actively participates in safety training, ensuring compliance to Pennex and OSHA regulations
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product, and suggests changes in use of equipment to increase efficiency
• Assists in preparing annual operational budget, ensuring accuracy while establishing required resources and planning necessary to achieve sales and profitability targets
• Develops subordinates, increases overall performance and enhances future growth
• Develops and implements methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating and maintenance issues while improving product quality
• Assists in developing and implementing operating methods to improve quality production along with internal and external customer satisfaction
• Reviews production costs and product quality and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of business
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Relocation package may be available
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
• Wellness incentive program
• Regular employee celebrations and events

What This Job Offers

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