Operations Manager

ASSA ABLOY • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ASSA ABLOY is seeking an Operations Manager for their new Grand Canyon Service Center. This hands-on leadership role requires technical knowledge and strong communication skills to ensure quality product delivery and on-time performance. The ideal candidate will focus on improving operational efficiencies and overall performance within the Production Team. This position is crucial for the daily operations and success of the facility. Reporting to the Service Center Manager, the Operations Manager will lead the Operations team in manufacturing, quality, and distribution, while maintaining a safe working environment for all employees. The company is growing and committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.

Requirements

• High School diploma required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing supervision or management level role with a demonstrated track record of leading people and improving the overall employee experience
• Experience in LEAN Manufacturing techniques, Kaizen and Process Improvement
• Previous experience with workforce planning and production scheduling
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects under tight time deadlines minimizing disruptions, improving product quality, and maximizing operational output.
• Excellent communication and computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Operations, Engineering or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working in a custom engineered, metal forming, or fabrication environment preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand engineering drawings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, oversee, and manage the daily operations of the manufacturing floor ensuring that products are delivered with on-target results and on-time delivery to our customers.
• Ensure that daily and weekly production targets are achieved. Comfortable being hands-on, if required
• Support frontline supervisors by developing and following up on action plans and help to create actionable solutions.
• Lead initiatives for employee involvement and engagement
• Manage employee performance to develop a strong and effective team.
• Oversee production planning to optimize the production schedule as required.
• Promote environmental, health, and safety philosophies and processes.
• Advance a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the key business partners outside of production.
• Other projects or duties as assigned by management.
• Participate in creating a safe and harmonious working environment.
• Assure compliance with federal, state, local and corporate policies, regulations, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Program with company contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
• Flexible Spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount portal
• Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED