Operations Manager

Eaton Corporation • Orchard Park, NY

1d • $97,000 - $143,000

About The Position

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is currently seeking a Operations Manager.
The Operations Manager will achieve team operational performance metrics targets including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity ; drive continuous improvement through root cause problem solving methods; build People to Get Results – develop bench strength within the Integrated Product Team (IPT); assist the development and execution of the Sales Inventory and Operations Plans (SIOP) focusing on capacity and material planning, with a proactive approach to mitigate risk to the forecast and budget plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution OR Equivalent Military Experience in lieu of Degree.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience supporting manufacturing production goals and operations planning.
• A minimum of 2 years of leadership experience with direct reports, within a manufacturing environment.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience supporting manufacturing production goals and operations planning.
• A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience with direct reports, within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, builds organizational capability, accountability
• Customer facing experience

Nice To Haves

• 3-5 years of experience in operations management or equivalent leadership role.
• Possess a working knowledge of business finance and ability to link financial outcomes with operational actions and strategy
• Manufacturing experience in Aerospace industry
• Ability to think strategically and develop operational plans.
• Thorough working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma enterprise.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead and facilitate progressive change and deal effectively with all levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and execute plans for Operations in SIOP process.
• Serve as Continuous Improvement Champion, leading cross functional groups towards the future state to include: productivity improvements, waste elimination, variation reduction, team strategy deployment, teaming, and recognition.
• Lead daily plan execution, including prioritization for Manufacturing Engineers, Production Supervisors, Material Planners, and Quality Engineers supporting the Integrated Product Team (IPT); as well as supporting site wide initiatives in Supply Chain and Quality.
• Ensure all operational processes are carried out in accordance with safety, quality and environmental systems and procedures.
• Plays an active role in developing the weekly/monthly production schedules to support SIOP plan.
• Responsible for ensuring that Environmental, Health, and Safety are included as part of everyday activities.
• Achieve agreed upon Integrated Product Team (IPT goals for KPI’s (Key Process Indicators) which include safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory and responsiveness.
• Utilize lean and Six Sigma concepts within the Value Stream for Root cause problem solving and improvement opportunities.
• Weekly / Monthly / Quarterly reviews of key metrics and actions to improve.
• Coaching and Mentoring of Direct Reports; Performance Review updates
• Ability to lead a team toward a common vision and goal
• Develop talent within the team.
• Support customer requirements as needed. Customer focused mentality.

Benefits

• Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees