Operations Manager

Armstrong World Industries•Lincoln, CA

30d•$91,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

What does it mean to work at GC Products LLC, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries? It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive: Standard benefit package offerings: medical, dental, prescription drugs, life insurance Vacation and sick time Reporting to the General Manager, the Operations Manager is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and overseeing all manufacturing, shipping and procurement activities ensuring the development and implementation of safe, high quality, efficient and cost-effective operations to meet current and future needs of the organization. What’s in it for you! Grow your career by collaborating closely with senior leaders and contributing to strategic planning and plant direction Own and influence operations across manufacturing, shipping, quality, and procurement in a visible, influential role. Develop and mentor teams, playing a key role in shaping talent, culture, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Strong process improvement leadership and facilitation skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of using process improvement methodologies such as LEAN Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma.
Self-driven, goal-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
Capable of prioritizing and managing multiple activities.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related technical field preferred. High School diploma/GED required
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 5 years’ direct management experience.
Experience with quality management systems.
Experience with the development of new products.
Demonstrated experience and results in leading organizations through change.

Nice To Haves

Spanish–English bilingual candidates are strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations to include CNC, Mold Fabrication, Custom Production/casting, quality control, shipping, and maintenance.
Accountable for Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost metrics versus specific goals.
Drive a continuous improvement mindset in safety, quality, and production.
Collaborate with Director, Molded Products and General Manager to develop and meet plant goals while providing guidance to operations.
Develop and implement operations strategy, structure, and processes.
Contribute to the annual budgeting process and strategic planning process.
Monitor plant performance and proactively identify efficiency opportunities in process and/or equipment and implements solutions.
Maintain working knowledge of all phases of operations.
Promote excellence in housekeeping; establish LEAN events (5S) to reduce effort and cost to maintain housekeeping.
Own setting the staffing requirements that are needed to meet production schedules and meet the plant’s cost initiatives.
Interview, hire, train, and mentor the operations supervisory team.
Work to promote good employee relations by interacting with employees frequently, responding to basic inquiries and helping to resolve problems or complaints. Escalate non- routine employee issues to Human Resource Manager.
Set clear duties, responsibilities, objectives, and accountability for all Production teams including supervisors, team leads and operators, providing ongoing feedback and evaluating their performance.
Provide regular performance reports and metric updates to local and corporate leaders.
Review projects for cost estimates on labor, staffing and material requirements.
Order production and raw material supplies.
Collaborate with sister Molded Products plants and participates in the Architectural Specialties Plant Manager’s network.