Operations Manager - O'Neal Steel / Pittsburgh, PA

all O'Neal Industries' Affiliates•Ambridge, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

O’Neal Steel is seeking an Operations Manager for its Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania facility. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining an organization capable of operating warehouse and delivery functions safely and efficiently. The Operations Manager is expected to improve productivity, service, quality, safety, efficiency, and creativity while promoting teamwork, controlling expenses, and developing employees. The position oversees warehouse and distribution operations, including shipping and receiving, truck scheduling and utilization, equipment and manpower utilization, plant and equipment maintenance, housekeeping, and customer service. It promotes continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing principles, supports employee development and performance management, maintains an effective safety program, and ensures compliance with OSHA and EPA standards. The role also monitors performance against established operational targets and responds to information requests from management and corporate functions.

Requirements

At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience, preferably in a steel service center, metal processing or manufacturing environment, or warehouse or distribution industry.
Strong computer skills.
Valid driver's license.
Candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug test upon offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Strong processing and manufacturing experience.
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
Associate or bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations, Logistics, or Supply Chain; candidates without a degree may be considered with equivalent training and experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and support structures and processes for a fast, accurate, and dependable operational-excellence distribution model.
Recruit, interview, and select warehouse employees.
Develop employees through training and delegation, and assist with career planning.
Analyze and initiate efforts to control expenses.
Operate the plant with a strong emphasis on safety and accident prevention, including conducting or attending monthly safety meetings.
Conduct employee counseling or disciplinary sessions as appropriate to maintain order, safety, quality, housekeeping, and productivity.
Develop and implement procedures to improve plant operations.
Conduct annual performance and wage or salary reviews for subordinate personnel, and ensure subordinate managers conduct reviews that recognize performance and support workforce development.
Respond to periodic information requests from management and corporate functions.
Encourage operations employees to propose creative solutions to problems that impede district growth and profitability.
Monitor and ensure proper maintenance of plant and equipment, and support an effective preventive maintenance program.
Recommend plant layout and design changes where appropriate.
Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and recommend material-handling and processing equipment additions where needed.
Monitor the effectiveness of district shipping and receiving operations.
Improve truck scheduling and utilization.
Monitor plant equipment, rolling stock, and manpower utilization in a lean environment.
Promote effective housekeeping using practices such as 5-S and Visual Factory.
Reduce or eliminate circumstances that could result in employee injury or company equipment loss or damage.
Monitor and maintain an effective safety program.
Promote a positive employee environment that encourages employees to contribute to their own development and district growth, and train supervisory personnel in these techniques.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA standards.
Foster continuous improvement across operations and increase self-directed work while reducing the need for direct supervision through Lean Manufacturing.
Promote excellent customer service through example and training, and ensure customer commitments are met, including delivery promises, special instructions, and processing tolerances.
Meet KPI targets for OTD, QDR, LTA, and MH/Ton, or other established goals.