Operations Manager

Wabtec•Kansas City, MO

15d•$104,800 - $149,300•Onsite

About The Position

Shuttlewagon, a Wabtec Company, is looking for an Operations Manager that will have responsibility for the entire plant operations, including developing standards of performance, measuring results, analyzing workflow, and troubleshooting problems. As the Operations Manager, you will work with other leaders, HR, Finance, and the teams reporting up to you. You will report to the VP of Operations Management. The Operations Manager will make a difference by driving operational excellence through strong leadership, clearly defined performance standards, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. You will strengthen cross-functional collaboration and foster a culture where safety, innovation, and employee engagement are prioritized at every level. This key position will direct the activities of the operations group and assure that the organization’s commitment to quality and on-time delivery is realized through leadership and creative thinking to solve problems that result in high customer and employee satisfaction. You will ensure cost integrity and inventory accuracy while supporting strategic sourcing initiatives that enhance overall competitiveness. Most importantly, the Operations Manager will lead with accountability and vision to deliver exceptional results that exceed customer expectations and advance Shuttlewagon’s long-term success.

Requirements

BS in Engineering, Business or related field, or experience that is equivalent to formal education
Demonstrated success in LEAN Enterprise and continuous improvement environments
Minimum of 7-10 years managing in a manufacturing environment
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, professional and technical journals, governmental regulations and financial reports
Ability to write business correspondence and reports
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees and suppliers
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software programs
Excellent interpersonal skills and proven management abilities
Professionally resolve problems (both internal and external), in a fair and ethical manner

Nice To Haves

Experience in Engineering or Sales is a plus

Responsibilities

Directs, coordinates, schedules and expedites all manufacturing operations to ensure completion within production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
Performs production scheduling and capacity planning to ensure resource availability and ability to meet customer delivery requirements with reasonable lead-times.
Develops and initiates methods and procedures for inspection, testing and evaluation of machines.
Increases level of machine quality to exceed customers’ expectations.
Controls business transactions to provide accurate costs and integrity of inventory levels while driving improvements in inventory turnover.
Facilitates teamwork environment with all employees and between other Wabtec Business Units.
Plans, organizes and administers subordinate training and development.
Sets goals and objectives and conducts performance appraisals of subordinates.
Promotes and implements a continuous improvement culture that focuses not only on cost reduction but on safety and ideation from all levels within the organization.
Shares site lead responsibilities in addition to supporting functions such as safety, facilities, HR, etc. through regular onsite presence.
Oversees materials management team (planning, inventory management, Master Production scheduling, and logistics) to further organizational success.
Proven ability to build, lead, motivate and increase the team’s effectiveness, as there will be several exempt direct reports.