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Associate Director of Operations

4 months ago


Waukesha, United States CentroMotion Full time

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Associate Director of Operations leads site Plant Managers and Operations Team members, managing the creation and implementation of operational strategies (Safety, Quality, Production, Logistics, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering) aligned to the company's strategy for multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Drive continuous improvement processes by utilizing World Class / Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve productivity while reducing costs in manufacturing / assembly areas.
  • Coach, lead and develop site operations leader(s) and their staffs to identify, understand and implement lean manufacturing best practices to achieve World Class levels of performance.
  • Identify and realize cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities, as well as advanced process improvements, for both fixed and variable costs
  • Effective decision making related to the utilization of resources, management of investment plans (CAPEX) and optimization of manufacturing footprint to achieve business objectives.
  • Maintain and nurture effective working relationships / communications with key support functions including Engineering, Finance, Sales, Supply Chain and Unions (as applicable) to improve operations and ensure effective support of the manufacturing processes in order to achieve business objectives.
  • Develop world-class operational standards for measuring and communicating visual metrics related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, etc.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position .

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position

Requirements
  • Academic Degree is required, with an emphasis on Operations, Business Management or Engineering; Master's Degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of proven success in managing plant operations in a world-class manufacturing organization.
  • Provide leadership in safety and foster a strong safety culture and safe working environment, ensure compliance with the company's EH&S programs, and proactively address safety issues. Ensure true root-cause analysis and follow through on corrective actions.
  • Knowledge of Assembly Processes, Cell Manufacturing, Logistics & Warehousing, Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement and Cost Savings.
  • Expertise in lean leadership and hands-on implementation of lean techniques with proven results in a manufacturing environment.
  • Business acumen to develop effective business strategies, and successfully addresses people/organizational issues/opportunities to improve organizational performance.
  • Demonstrated skill of building processes and teams in an environment that nurtures and embraces innovation.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills - both oral and written. Ability to effectively connect telephonically, electronically and face-to-face with varying audiences.
  • Contribute to the development of the business strategy and plan by prioritizing operational value levels and defining cost management objectives - cost improvement and cost containment.
  • Drive quality systems and processes to support continuous improvement and compliance with quality system requirements; ensure appropriate training, process support, and compliance, to achieve the quality objectives.
  • Develop benchmarks and metrics including a standard scorecard to set baseline standards, and review for improvement opportunities.
  • Create budget proposals, recommending budget changes, as needed
  • Understand competitive trends in key geographic markets for manufacturing technologies and to ensure the best competitive solutions.
  • Experience managing a team of operations professionals and building capabilities in a decentralized organizational structure
  • Ability to roll up sleeves and dig into the details including footprint plans, scenario development, and face-to-face negotiations
  • Experience working in a matrix environment.
  • Experience managing diverse cultures.
  • Lean Six Sigma certifications preferred.
  • Experience with high performing SIOP processes, especially materials planning, and plant scheduling.
  • Experience with customer and supplier interactions.
Competencies
  • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values
  • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
  • Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures
  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
  • Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets stretch goals and objectives for the team
  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
  • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Maintains confidentiality of all payroll, medical, benefit and employee related information.
Technology/Equipment: Proficiency in the use of technology including thorough understanding of Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

Travel Requirements: 75%+ Travel if not located near one or more locations.

Physical & Mental Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:
  • Comprehensive health benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for positions of 30 hours or more per week.
  • Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution.
  • Company provided Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Short-Term Disability.
  • Voluntary Life Insurance, Spousal Life, Child Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long-Term Disability.
  • 401(k) with matching contribution that is fully vested from day one.
  • Generous amount of PTO, plus 14 paid Holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunity.
  • $250 in Lifestyle Reimbursement Account upon completion of annual physical.
  • Wellness program with monthly themes, quarterly challenges, onsite flu shot clinics and biometric screenings.
  • Clean and safe work environment.


Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment and employment process for everyone.