Operations Manager

Lincoln Electric • Euclid, OH

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager leads manufacturing processes and personnel driving safety, quality, production efficiency, and profitability. Reporting to the Assembly Plant Manager, this role oversees departmental operations, cross-functional teams, and continuous process improvement to meet customer demands and organizational goals.Job Description (Duties and Responsibilities)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Technical/Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years professional experience, including 3+ years in managerial/leadership roles
• Prior supervisory experience and/or formal supervisory training required
• Leadership: Excellent leadership, organizational, and motivational skills
• Communication: Superior oral and written communication; effective with all organizational levels
• Problem-Solving: Ability to handle employee/production issues professionally and implement change with employee buy-in
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, manufacturing processes, and company products
• Customer Focus: Strong commitment to customer satisfaction
• Safety & Quality: Uncompromising standards for safety, environment, health, and quality
• Software Proficiency: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook (MES, SAP, and Apriso preferred)
• Policy Knowledge: Familiarity with company policies (anti-harassment, affirmative action, merit rating/PDS, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• MES
• SAP
• Apriso

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate production department activities through core team members
• Manage cross-functional extended teams across the organization
• Develop and continuously improve processes using root cause analysis
• Promote safe work practices and superior environmental performance
• Ensure consistent manufacture of high-quality products
• Drive achievement of all departmental goals, metrics, and profitability targets
• Staff department to meet production/customer requirements while enhancing workforce flexibility
• Conduct performance evaluations and ratings for departmental staff

What This Job Offers

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