Operations Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials NA•Toledo, OH

14d

About The Position

Provide leadership and direction to ensure the continual, efficient, and uniform operation of the warehouse, meeting or exceeding customer expectations in a safe and orderly manner. Enforce existing plans or develop and implement new plans in coordination with branch and corporate management to improve the reliability, quality, and efficiency of products and services while ensuring policies, procedures, and standards align with company goals. This role works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. The position is identified as safety-sensitive and requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include marijuana testing as permitted by applicable laws.

Requirements

Four-year degree in a business or engineering discipline, working toward such a degree, or equivalent work/life experience.
Demonstrated experience and/or training in labor relations, safety programs, ISO standards, Lean practices, and sales functions.
Training in leadership skills, team building, motivation, strategic planning, finance, and time management.
PC literacy, including competency with standard office automation and productivity software.
Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Support continual improvement across functional areas in alignment with corporate 6S and Lean initiatives.
Execute and enforce plans and procedures to ensure the safety of employees and visitors.
Ensure operations and equipment comply with corporate guidelines and OSHA standards.
Ensure preventive and corrective action methods are followed to correct practices and procedures that do not meet customer requirements.
Correct or clarify incorrect operational procedures.
Communicate and monitor progress toward company safety, returns and allowances, on-time shipment, and 6S/Lean directives.
Evaluate and recommend equipment purchases to enhance quality, capabilities, and productivity.
Manage equipment maintenance to maximize availability and minimize downtime.
Work with the Plant Manager or Department Leader to establish goals, assess competency, and direct operational output.
Hire, train, motivate, and discipline warehouse employees when requested or required.
Purchase or direct the purchase of warehouse supplies needed to comply with written work instructions and customer requirements.
Communicate frequently with Plant Managers and/or site Operations Representatives.
Travel to or visit each site as required.
Assist with customer problems, including on-site visits when necessary.
Attend regional and corporate meetings when required.
Conduct employee reviews as required or requested.
Perform other operational duties as requested by the Plant Manager.