Operations Manager

Tecomet, Inc•Kenosha, WI

About The Position

Under the general direction of the General Manager. Responsible for overall, control and management of all activities within the manufacturing and logistical operations. Develops and sustains a continuous improvement culture within the manufacturing facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 5-10 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior management or supervisory experience required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of Lean techniques including 5S and Kaizen.
Maintain a high-quality consciousness.
Demonstrated ability to influence others at all levels; requires strong training and team building qualities.
Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
Excellent communication skills written, verbal and presentation.
Excellent organizational skills; documentation.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of EN ISO 13485 preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for understanding the Tecomet Quality Management System (QMS). Effectively maintains quality system.
Develop manufacturing and operational strategic plans and oversee their implementation.
Responsible for formulating policies, programs, and objectives affecting the schedule, quality, and cost of manufactured products.
Responsible for assuring on-time-delivery as committed to our customers.
Directing and co-coordinating production according to quality and quantity specifications within cost objectives.
Oversee machine and facilities maintenance and repair and develops a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program.
Responsible for the implementation of a continuous improvement program as an ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes. Constantly evaluate and improve processes in the light of their efficiency, effectiveness, and flexibility.
Provide strong leadership to the employees at the plants, ensuring high morale, teamwork, and good employee relations.
Ensure that all health and safety rules and procedures are following under Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and company’s guideline and policy.
Supervise and provide technical guidance to subordinates.
Inspecting work areas, products, and employee work habits regularly when work onsite.
In liaison with the Human Resource Department, appraise performance of subordinates.
Must be flexible with work schedule.
Success criteria will be reviewed quarterly. Metrics include, OTD, customer lot acceptance, scrap, rework, inventory, payroll as a percent of sales, adherence to 5S and continuous improvement savings.
Other duties as assigned by General Manager.