Operations Manager

PHINIA • Laredo, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

PHINIA is currently looking for a dynamic, results-driven individual to join as an Operations Manager in our Laredo distribution center location. At PHINIA, we create premium fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket parts for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and industrial applications. We make sure our products are clean, efficient, and high value because we know the actions that we take today will have a profound impact on the world tomorrow. Our goal is the cleanest ICE technology: carbon-free combustion. Always, PHINIA puts quality first, continuing our legacy with over a century of rich expertise and technological innovation. The name PHINIA has roots related to “bright” and “future,” representing our confidence and commitment to bettering the world. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. PHINIA promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.

Requirements

• Proven leadership and people development capability.
• Trained in conflict management and business negotiation processes.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Knowledge of general business software and aptitude to learn new applications; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; proficiency in SAP.
• Responsible and reliable employees.
• Must be a team player with a good attitude and practice safety.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree
• At least 10 years of Distribution Center experience (automotive LD/Heavy Duty)
• Corrective action experience
• 5s lean experience
• Special and transition project execution experience
• Forecasting experience
• Safety oriented
• 100% Bilingual
• SAP experience
• C-TPAT experience

Responsibilities

• Continually enforce and improve policies and procedures throughout the facility.
• Ensure smooth and accurate operation of the facility to eliminate/reduce discrepancies by recognizing weak areas and introducing solutions to strengthen those areas.
• Provide HANDS ON leadership to site supervisors in developing and implementing programs such as: Safety, CPI, 5S, Lean, and other programs to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery and Continuous improvement of the operation.
• Maintain a reporting system on the performance of all functional areas to be available to customers.
• Develop in coordination with the customer, a detailed site business plan, and ensure that all items in it get measured and accomplished every week.
• Provide hands-on support to those areas out of compliance to establish a quick and reliable resolution.
• Participate in Business reviews as established in coordination with the customer.

Benefits

• compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels within our organization.
• equitable and competitive compensation.
• quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well-being resources, family-centric policies, and an agile workplace program, where not precluded by collective bargaining agreements or national statutory plans.
• formal development opportunities at all levels and stages of employee careers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree