The Operations Manager leads site 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 the Medina, Ohio site.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

Drive continuous improvement processes by utilizing World Class / Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve key process indicators, (KPI, safety, quality, delivery, conversion cost.) while reducing costs in manufacturing / assembly areas.

Coach, lead and develop site operations leader(s) and their staff 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, and Supply Chain (as applicable) to improve operations and ensure effective support of the manufacturing processes 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.

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.

Competencies:

Minimum of 10 years of proven success in managing plant operations in a world-class manufacturing organization

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 workflows 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.

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 Managem

Wellman Products Group

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