Operations Manager

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance OVERALL POSITION FUNCTION We are looking for an experienced, high-energy Manufacturing Operations Coordinator to join our manufacturing management team. The ideal candidate has proven operations management and project management experience and is interested in both analytical work and hands on involvement in production. The right candidate will learn the Samscreen processes with an end goal of making production, logistics, technical and quality decisions regarding methods, processes, and staff development. Additionally, you will work with the Operations leadership, including the COO, to improve hiring and training practices, manufacturing processes, logistics systems, and overall efficiency. The right candidate needs strong operations experience and project management abilities, the ability to work cooperatively with a network of peers, and a drive to contribute to measurable improvement in our key performance metrics. They will be the owner of certain processes, and team member in others, and a resource for other areas. DIRECT SUPERVISOR COO PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY Expected areas of focus are: Coordinate recruiting efforts for production staff, including screening, onboarding, and tracking of training and performance. Manage shipping and packaging direct reports, with a primary focus on daily LTL shipments. Coordinate with COO on implementation of plant wide programs on safety, attendance, training, and overall activities of entire operation group. As both an individual contributor and as a team member, implement plant wide Operations projects in support of the annual Manufacturing Plan. These may be coordination of critical parts inventories, implementation of area upgrades, conducting 5S or Kaizen events in areas of focus. Understand and support the Planning functions in the company, with the ability to back up critical roles in multiple functional areas in the shop. Participate in auditing and editing of facility procedures. This will involve some technical writing and creation of procedures, to templates defined by company standards. Perform analysis of performance on key metrics, using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. This will involve pulling data from our ERP system, and drawing conclusions from the data to support facility improvements and goals. Support implementation of budgeted goals for annual spending and area utilization targets. Learn product and facility practices to support best quality practices in our facility and industry, with the goal of troubleshooting internal issues in the future. Troubleshoot production issues and identify root causes and corrective actions to improve output and quality Maintain and improve operational procedures and production documentation Support ERP-driven production planning and job routing; utilize ERP tools and data mining for process analysis and problem-solving Collaborate with cross-functional teams on 5S and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to drive continuous improvement Supporting essentially all operations functions as assigned, including scheduling, production, maintenance, and engineering. PERFORMANCE METRICS Success is measured on: Competence and mastery of assigned work tasks Production Utilization and efficiency for the production and indirect labor areas. Compliance with daily and weekly 5S goals Completion of Continuous Improvement/Lean driven projects, and maintenance of existing work standards On time delivery for both the production area, and for contribution to all product lines. Quality as measured in both customer returns and internal product scrap rates Attendance and Punctuality. Leadership by example is a core element of success. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor or Associates degree in engineering or similar technical field. 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process improvement role Experience in metalworking or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing preferred Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable using ERP systems and data analysis tools Excellent communication and documentation skills Hands-on approach with the ability to coordinate across multiple departments and priorities. Previous continuous improvement experience preferred. Proficiency in quality control, managing budgets, and production costing. Competence with computer-based administration, record-keeping, and procurement systems. Ability to work independently under the Chief Operating Officer, and as part of a production team. Availability to work extended hours to meet deadlines, when necessary. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY Demonstrated Leadership ability, and experience in a Leadership role. Ability to make, justify, and implement decisions. Ability to work both individually and as a part of a team Must be detail oriented, quality conscious, and willing to make decisions to support the organizations positive quality reputation. OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS Schedule is 1st shift, Monday to Friday, with potential of additional weekend/evening hours as needed. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mix of Shop Floor and office environment.