Director of Operations

Graver Technologies LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Functional head overseeing the planning and directing of the operation, maintenance, and administration of multiple plants. Recommends plant improvements and modifications.

Job Description

The Adsorbents Director of Operations will have all operations responsibility for the Adsorbents business.  This individual will manage the Adsorbents New Castle facility in all aspects as well as managing and overseeing Metsorb tolling operations.  This individual will lead department managers as they work towards meeting the financial and operational goals. The responsibilities will include but are not limited to leading overall operations including safety, production, materials, and productivity control.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that our 6S program maintains a high level of employee engagement and participation toward driving continuous improvement.
• Partner with senior leadership to create a high-performing, inclusive and people-centric culture
• Continually monitor operations to improve productivity, effectiveness, and efficiencies. Develop and propose improvement plans for senior leadership consideration.
• Responsible for ensuring companywide programs, policies, and procedures are implemented effectively within the facility.
• Maintain inventory and record materials used during manufacturing.
• Develop budget for the manufacturing plant projects and ensure that the budget is properly implemented and followed.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing philosophy.
• Remain in compliance with facility ISO standards and all HSE guidelines.  Ensure HSE is made the highest priority within the facility; strive for continual improvement in compliance with federal, state and company directives as well as reduce our environmental impact.
• Provide hands on leadership to mentor and develop supervisory team.
• Coordinate internal and external resources as needed to provide team member training, endeavor for efficiency improvements, and reduce quality non-conformances.
• Lower product costs wherever possible by initiating changes in manufacturing processes.
• Establish lead times for products and for sales team.
• Coordinate staffing and assignments to meet current and projected workloads.
• Maintain on time delivery programs.
• Prepare, analyze and issue production and performance reports
• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Continuous Improvement Program.

Qualifications

• Preference for Bachelor's degree in Technical or Engineering field.
• 10 years minimum plant management experience required in manufacturing environment; prior experience in chemical manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Previous experience working with toll manufacturers is a plus
• In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to train operating personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to run a successful operation.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate strategies into operation objectives and projects.
• Strong analytical skills, self-motivated with excellent teamwork.
• Goal oriented and a strong customer service attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective use of standard office computer technology such as databases, word processing, ERP and reporting systems.
• Requires the ability to manage and prioritize multiple goals.
• Ability to effectively present information to broad groups of audience, including senior management and external customers.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.  Must be able to motivate employees to keep operations running smoothly.
• On call nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• Occasional overnight travel times per year)

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

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