Plant Operations Manager

4 weeks ago

Rock Island, United States HNI Corporation Full time

***This is an on-site role in Muscatine, IA. Relocation eligible***

Join the HNI Corporation family and become a driving force in shaping exceptional workplace experiences We're seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to lead our factory in Muscatine, IA, where you'll enjoy competitive compensation plus an enticing annual bonus.

Your Impact Starts the Day You Do

At HNI, we're not just about furniture; we're about transforming spaces where people live, work, and gather. Integrity, inclusion, and belonging are at the heart of everything we do. As a Operations Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in achieving outstanding customer satisfaction by mastering Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets through effective leadership.

Here's what you'll tackle in this performance-driven role:

  • Effectively communicate intent, expectations, and desired outcomes to ensure clarity in execution and minimize performance rework.
  • Direct the high performance of day-to-day operations and capture member voice through the execution of the tiered management system.
  • Build and develop leadership talent within manufacturing to support organizational demand and future succession.
  • Provide coaching and influencing on issues, actions, status, problem-solving, and strategy alignment/redirection across multiple product flows.
  • Monitor the execution of the operations management system through shop floor presence and formal audit processes.
  • Coordinate and oversee the translation of quarterly forecasting to appropriate direct labor staffing adjustments in partnership with the scheduling manager and each factory manager.
  • Influence prioritization of support resources when necessary to meet core performance metrics and breakthrough cost initiatives.

Your qualifications:    

  • Experience: 6+yrs of proven leadership experience as an operations manager within a manufacturing setting. 10+ yrs of relevant experience in lieu of education 
  • Previous experience leading high variation, fast-paced manufacturing environments.
  • Effective communication skills (verbal and visual). 
  • 5 + yrs of demonstrated knowledge and application of lean tools.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Organizational/Business Management, or a Masters degree in a related field is preferred.

Ready to take your career to new heights? Join us at HNI Corporation and be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to thrive and lead in a supportive environment. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. Let's shape the future together. Apply now

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments.  The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands.  The residential building products segment is the nation’s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.

As one of the larger employers in Iowa, HNI Corporation was recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the diversity of our Board of Directors and was named in 2020, 2021, and #6 in 2022 as one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.

How we act today protects how we live tomorrow.  Check out our CSR Report here: social-responsibility

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), are not just core beliefs at HNI - they are operational imperatives.  We value each other’s differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers. Take a look at our DEI goals here: diversity-equity-and-inclusion.

We offer Benefits on Day 1, including a new voluntary benefit, Daily Pay To learn about all the benefits HNI has to offer visit www.HNIbenefits.com.

We also invite you to visit us at www.HNICorp.com to learn more

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