Plant Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


West Liberty, Iowa, United States HNI Full time

Transforming Spaces, One Operation at a Time

We're seeking a seasoned Operations Manager to lead our factory in Muscatine, IA, where you'll drive exceptional workplace experiences and shape the future of HNI Corporation. As a key member of our team, you'll play a pivotal role in achieving outstanding customer satisfaction by mastering Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets through effective leadership.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • 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.

What We're Looking For:

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

About HNI Corporation:

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

Why Join Us:

We value each other's differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers. We offer a supportive environment where you can thrive and lead. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. Let's shape the future together.


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