Operations Manager

17 hours ago

Crete, United States Unisco Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

About Us:

Unis accelerates logistics success with our Transportation Management System that offers unparalleled control, visibility, and adaptability. Unis strives in elevating our employees and operations toward new heights of excellence. As client’s partner with us, we focus on more than just a business relationship; it's an opportunity to unlock a world of value-added services that will enhance operational standards and elevate success by unifying our clients’ supply chain networks through superior technology, assets, and information services.



Job Description


2ND SHIFT ONLY: 2:00pm - 11:00PM


Purpose and Scope:

Tasked with overseeing and optimizing all operational aspects of the organization to ensure efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Leveraging your extensive experience and leadership skills, you lead a multifaceted team, implement strategic initiatives, and drive continuous improvement across operational processes. Your role is pivotal in aligning operations with the organization's objectives while maintaining a focus on quality, customer satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness.


Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic direction and leadership to the operations team, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and objectives.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple departments, including manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, and facilities management.
  • Analyze existing operational processes and identify opportunities for improvement, streamlining workflows, and enhancing efficiency.
  • Implement best practices, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality control measures to optimize operational performance.
  • Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Set clear performance objectives, provide regular feedback, and facilitate training and development programs to enhance team capabilities.
  • Manage resources effectively, including human capital, equipment, and budget allocations, to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
  • Develop and monitor operational budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
  • Establish and enforce quality standards and compliance regulations across all operational activities, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and company policies.
  • Conduct regular audits and inspections to monitor compliance and mitigate operational risks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, finance, and IT, to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of operational activities with business objectives.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and other external partners to optimize supply chain management and procurement processes.

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Requirements:

Required PPE:

  • Safety Vest
  • Safety Glasses
  • String Knit Gloves

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve organizational goals.
  • Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities and a focus on data-driven decision-making.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies, operational analytics, and continuous improvement frameworks such as Lean Six Sigma.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, can effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Job Competency / Qualifications

Education/ Training:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

Technical Requirements:

  • Proven strategic planning and budgeting experience
  • Demonstrated experience setting, monitoring and meeting quarterly and annual goals.
  • Experience building and scaling teams and systems
  • Problem-solving skills with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Experience:

  • A minimum of Three (3) years of proven work experience in warehouse, fulfillment or logistics. Managing operational teams and driving process improvements.

DISCLAIMER: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

Unis provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically or culturally associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress and religious grooming), color, age (40 and over), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), medical condition (as defined under state law), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under section 12801.9 of the California Vehicle Code), ancestry, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression), sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, parental status, domestic partner status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including perceived pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or pregnancy-related conditions), military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Unis complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Unis expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected categories. The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned. The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.


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