Operations Manager - Decatur, IL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Decatur, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for day-to-day activities for multiple warehouses in Decatur, Illinois. The role manages salaried and hourly employees in a non-union environment and reports directly to the Plant Manager. It oversees safety, quality, production, plant goals, cost management, employee development, maintenance, warehouse operations, and coordination with internal and external partners. The position requires availability and flexibility to support a 24/7, three-shift operation.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to manage employees fairly, directly, and honestly.
General computer experience, including Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated ability to plan strategically for short- and long-term warehouse goals.
At least 3 years of experience in a related field, such as warehouse operations, supply chain, distribution, logistics, inventory, demand planning, supply planning, transportation, manufacturing, sourcing, or operational excellence.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Maintain a high degree of availability and flexibility for a three-shift, 24/7 operation.
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the ADM Warehouse Management System or equivalent inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee workplace and plant safety in conjunction with site safety leadership and the ADM Safety Center of Excellence.
Ensure the maintenance team and other personnel are accountable for assigned work, timely follow-up, and results.
Oversee site environmental policies, procedures, and governmental reporting.
Ensure operations comply with applicable quality regulatory requirements and laws.
Work with the Quality Manager to address concerns, investigate issues, continuously improve, and uphold ADM quality standards.
Lead by example and use A2E fundamentals.
Partner with Global Supply Chain on operational optimization, project planning, inventory analysis, KPIs, metrics, warehouse functionality, and logistics.
Coordinate daily operations with ADM Trucking, the intermodal ramp, plants, and third-party logistics providers.
Plan operations, implement procedures and training, and enforce company plans, policies, and rules.
Conduct weekly and monthly conference calls related to warehouse operations.
Oversee payroll and purchasing duties.
Coordinate with business-unit leadership on budgeting and profit-and-loss matters.
Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices standards are followed and documented.
Train and motivate salaried supervisors, maintenance and electrician personnel, and hourly operations employees.
Plan maintenance and capital projects and adjust operations to support them.
Work effectively with facility stakeholders, management, and upper leadership.
Apply an understanding of warehousing processes and procedures, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels, in writing and verbally.