Operations Manager

THE KRAFT GROUP•Boylston, MA

12d•$132,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for all production, supervision, control, and process development of a complex manufacturing environment. The Operations Manager leads a single site single-shift operation. The Operations Manager drives overall execution by working collaboratively with peer Planning/Scheduling, Engineering, Materials, Production, Customer Service, Safety/Quality, Sales and Maintenance Managers. This role is accountable to achieve production levels and quality standards in a dynamic time sensitive environment, while driving continued improvement through process efficiencies and fiscal responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree required; Engineering, Business preferred
10+ years of experience in a related field; manufacturing preferred
Prior management experience (3-years with supervisory responsibility leading 25+ people in a process, production, or mission oriented environment) required; 2nd level supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge of and experience with process improvement - Lean Manufacturing, etc
Strategic and detail oriented, with orientation for thoughtful action
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Powerpoint, Excel
Ability to create and track key performance metrics
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
Technical experience with carton erecting equipment
Must have attention to detail and focused concentration.
Must be able to learn new tasks and complete tasks independently.
Must be able to make timely decisions in the context of the workflow.
Must possess strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

Lead daily execution of the multi-shift operation by synchronizing the Production team's operations, and coordinating and collaborating with supporting and supported functional Departments.
Lead and supervise by clear communication of expectations, feedback, performance evaluations, training and role modeling.
Develop a cross-functional, motivated team delivering stellar results.
Work with Supervisors and Team Leads to appropriately staff and schedule employees for current and anticipated workload to ensure production plans and quality expectations are consistently achieved.
Monitor cost effectiveness of work orders, material usage, payroll, miscellaneous costs and damage.
Leverage reporting and transparency in a collaborative team environment focused on key metrics.
Measure and educate organization on efficiencies, quality expectations and professionalism to drive improvement.
Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to execute Process Engineering program.
Lead and institute a safety culture for all employees.
Partner with Maintenance to ensure equipment is operating; reduce down time and machine costs.
Special projects and assignments as business dictates.
Responsible for the maintenance, creation and control of all personally identifiable information or any other information protected by any Confidentiality or Privacy Standards or Company Policies that you have access or knowledge of, including but not limited to any state or federal regulations including HIPAA.