Operations Manager

Thermon•Franklin Park, IL

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Thermon is a diversified technology company and a global leader in industrial process heating, temperature maintenance, environmental monitoring and temporary power distribution solutions. We deliver engineered solutions that enhance operational awareness, safety, reliability and efficiency to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership. Thermon offers over 250 products, software and services across multiple brands, providing a range of offerings from boilers, transportation heaters, and liquid load banks to tubing bundles and heat trace. We are the silent guardians of critical infrastructure. From the relentless demands of chemical plants and the intricate networks of rail and transit to the vital pulse of power generation, we innovate solutions that ensure optimal operation, protect critical assets, and maximize efficiency. We care deeply about the success of our customers, the well-being of our people, and the reliability of every product we design. This drives our unwavering commitment to safety and integrity in everything we do. Through collaboration, we unite a rich legacy of expertise with a trusted global team, partnering side-by-side with our customers. We transfer the warmth needed to make life work. Located in Franklin Park, IL a few minutes northwest of Chicago, Vapor Power International, LLC is an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of steam generators and thermal fluid heaters. Custom engineered-to-order, their products serve a broad range of markets from food processing to petrochemical applications. Founded in the early 1900's, Vapor Power has grown from a small supplier of heating products for the railroad industry to one of the most regarded suppliers of specialty equipment for steam generation and process heating.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in business administration or in a pertinent technical field.
5+ years of manufacturing management experience, preferably in a team-based environment, managing personnel and having responsibility in hiring and participating in disciplinary decisions.
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
Ability to lead cross-functional process improvement teams.
Models Thermon's 3 C's Care, Commit and Collaborate
Recognizes strong principles of leadership, customer service, professionalism, and confidentiality to all clients.
Able to use production software application
Ability to work effectively with minimal direct supervision (i.e. self-directed).
Skilled at planning, estimating and reporting.
Superior analytical problem-solving skills, attention to detail and quality.
Demonstrated knowledge of product manufacturing sequences and capabilities.
Ability to deal with a diverse workforce along with demonstration of valuing teamwork.
Value meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Candidates applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

Comprehension of root cause analysis techniques
Understanding the application of Preventive Maintenance and OEE.
Capability to read, interpret and improve product designs.

Responsibilities

Accountable to manage daily operations, production, engineering design and automation engineering personnel while maintaining a safe, organized environment to produce quality products efficiently and on time adhering to Thermon's Quality Policy.
Manage supervisors, leads, and professional employees, responsible for safety, performance and attendance.
Lead efforts to develop new process technology to support the manufacturing of existing products and implement new product designs into production.
Monitor backlog and assure production and planning activities are tended to on a timely basis.
Establish production schedules to ensure optimal efficiency.
Remain current, abide by, and assure all other personnel follow company procedures and manufacturing specifications.
Optimize process flow to maximize throughput and productivity.
Drive optimization of inventory and continuous improvements
Develop, manage, and improve main KPIs.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures to assure quality, safety, and efficiency.
Recommend and implement improvement of procedures and changes within product lines.
Monitor capacity to assure adequate staff is available and consult with management to assure a balanced workforce is maintained
Monitor inventory and direct corrections in ERP to maintain accurate data.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Monitor production variances and determine root causes.
Participates in the recruitment, hiring, and training of manufacturing employees.
Participates in scheduling and assignments for the division.
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
Participates in the handling of discipline and termination recommendations of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.