{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2c19b50e5eaf6b5f8232ce99","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2c19b50e5eaf6b5f8232ce99","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2c19b50e5eaf6b5f8232ce99","title":"Operations Development Manager","description":"Operations Development ManagerAmsted Rail is seeking dynamic and results-driven talent to lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing sites. This role is ideal for a motivated leader with a passion for process optimization, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence. The individual must be willing and able to relocate to any of our ten plants across North America, located in Columbus, OH, Hammond, IN, Greenville, SC, Camp Hill, PA, Anmoore, WV, Kansas City, KS, Keokuk, IA, Petersburg, VA, as well as Winnipeg, MB Canada.\r\nWhat you will do:\r\nManage daily manufacturing operations for efficient production which may include off shifts.\r\nBuild foundational technical and leadership skills for future roles.\r\nEnhance productivity, minimize downtime, reduce production costs, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and product quality requirements.\r\nMonitor and maintain inventory levels to meet production demands.\r\nPlan, organize the manufacturing facility, with optimum cost effectiveness to ensure the timely production.\r\nGain deep understanding of equipment maintenance, buildings and facilities to ensure operating efficiency and preserve the assets.\r\nWork cross-functionally learning the process, jobs, and networking with leadership.\r\nCollaborate with engineering, logistics, and quality teams to streamline workflows.\r\nBe a leader in the creation of an interdependent safety culture where employees share vision, trust, and collaboration on safety; accidents are eliminated by continuous improvement; and employees follow rules and procedures because they care about their colleagues.\r\nIdentify opportunities and drive the implementation of process improvements.\r\nCollaborate with procurement and sourcing teams to manage relationships with suppliers and vendors.\r\nPromote a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency throughout the manufacturing process.\r\nCollaborate with internal Environmental experts to ensure facilities are in compliance with State and Federal regulations.\r\nFocus Areas:\r\nManufacturing\r\nFront-Line Operations\r\nEngineering\r\nSupply Chain\r\nProcurement\r\nQuality\r\nEnvironmental, Health, and Safety\r\nYour background:\r\nA Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field.\r\n5 + years of manufacturing experience, knowledge of melting, grinding, heat treat, and the ability to learn and pick up technical information quickly.\r\nBackground in manufacturing, preferably within Automotive industry.\r\nProven track record of execution and ability to create an execution culture.\r\nStrong leadership skills to inspire and guide teams toward achieving common goals.\r\nChange management, specifically the ability to influence and promote cultural change.\r\nAble to sustain improvement initiatives across the organization.\r\nExperience troubleshooting and finding multiple solutions to a complex problem.\r\nAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneously.\r\nMust be able to interrelate well with personnel at all levels and possess good oral and written communication skills.\r\nStrong analytical/statistical problem-solving skills.\r\nMust be willing and able to relocate to any of our 10 plant locations.\r\nWhat we offer you:\r\nAutonomy to be the leader and expert in a role that will impact the success of our global business, while helping leaders and employees reach new levels of growth and capabilities.\r\nWe offer various programs and opportunities to help you advance your career and reach your goals.\r\nHighly competitive compensation and benefits package that only begins with a strong base salary commensurate with skills and abilities, but includes annual incentive opportunities, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match contributions, and a comprehensive benefits package.\r\nInvestment into your own personal and professional development to ensure you remain at the top of your field and can reach your goals.\r\nBeing a part of team who cares about YOU the professional and the person.\r\nAmsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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This role is ideal for a motivated leader with a passion for process optimization, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence. The individual must be willing and able to relocate to any of our ten plants across North America, located in Columbus, OH, Hammond, IN, Greenville, SC, Camp Hill, PA, Anmoore, WV, Kansas City, KS, Keokuk, IA, Petersburg, VA, as well as Winnipeg, MB Canada.\r\nWhat you will do:\r\nManage daily manufacturing operations for efficient production which may include off shifts.\r\nBuild foundational technical and leadership skills for future roles.\r\nEnhance productivity, minimize downtime, reduce production costs, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and product quality requirements.\r\nMonitor and maintain inventory levels to meet production demands.\r\nPlan, organize the manufacturing facility, with optimum cost effectiveness to ensure the timely production.\r\nGain deep understanding of equipment maintenance, buildings and facilities to ensure operating efficiency and preserve the assets.\r\nWork cross-functionally learning the process, jobs, and networking with leadership.\r\nCollaborate with engineering, logistics, and quality teams to streamline workflows.\r\nBe a leader in the creation of an interdependent safety culture where employees share vision, trust, and collaboration on safety; accidents are eliminated by continuous improvement; and employees follow rules and procedures because they care about their colleagues.\r\nIdentify opportunities and drive the implementation of process improvements.\r\nCollaborate with procurement and sourcing teams to manage relationships with suppliers and vendors.\r\nPromote a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency throughout the manufacturing process.\r\nCollaborate with internal Environmental experts to ensure facilities are in compliance with State and Federal regulations.\r\nFocus Areas:\r\nManufacturing\r\nFront-Line Operations\r\nEngineering\r\nSupply Chain\r\nProcurement\r\nQuality\r\nEnvironmental, Health, and Safety\r\nYour background:\r\nA Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field.\r\n5 + years of manufacturing experience, knowledge of melting, grinding, heat treat, and the ability to learn and pick up technical information quickly.\r\nBackground in manufacturing, preferably within Automotive industry.\r\nProven track record of execution and ability to create an execution culture.\r\nStrong leadership skills to inspire and guide teams toward achieving common goals.\r\nChange management, specifically the ability to influence and promote cultural change.\r\nAble to sustain improvement initiatives across the organization.\r\nExperience troubleshooting and finding multiple solutions to a complex problem.\r\nAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneously.\r\nMust be able to interrelate well with personnel at all levels and possess good oral and written communication skills.\r\nStrong analytical/statistical problem-solving skills.\r\nMust be willing and able to relocate to any of our 10 plant locations.\r\nWhat we offer you:\r\nAutonomy to be the leader and expert in a role that will impact the success of our global business, while helping leaders and employees reach new levels of growth and capabilities.\r\nWe offer various programs and opportunities to help you advance your career and reach your goals.\r\nHighly competitive compensation and benefits package that only begins with a strong base salary commensurate with skills and abilities, but includes annual incentive opportunities, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match contributions, and a comprehensive benefits package.\r\nInvestment into your own personal and professional development to ensure you remain at the top of your field and can reach your goals.\r\nBeing a part of team who cares about YOU the professional and the person.\r\nAmsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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