The Sr. Operations Manager assists the director of the division with creating culture of success and accountability, managing various production activities as well as supports delivery of business results by driving performance against objectives or implementing overall functional strategy. This role could include one or more of the following responsibility structures:
Directly lead a divisional operations team
Directly lead a team of supervisors/managers that manage direct labor over a large part of the division/workstream process
Indirectly support other ops areas with planning, directing and monitoring of work to meet established expectations, schedules, cost/wastage targets and quality standards
Essential Functions (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Responsible for strategic direction, execution, coordination, and success of their direct areas. Provide effective, safe, and efficient working conditions, space, resources, and a positive environment that will maximize the effectiveness of employees in accomplishing the objectives of the department.
Responsible to provide senior-level support to areas of indirect responsibility. Support Direct line leaders' plans and expectations, by providing decision making, coaching when necessary, technical support, and labor support.
Manages the activities of first-level managers and/or supervisors. Mentor and develop Supervisors and Production leads to build bench strength and future managers.
Responsible for cost, compliance, product quality, efficiency, product turn-around time and employee engagement for all direct responsibility areas..
Develop continuous improvement culture and processes to achieve business strategy and goals relative to profitability, cost control, and increased efficiency.
Work with Director of division on developing strategic vision and execution for the entire divisional operations team.
Communicate with Director of division regarding employee issues, process issues, and other items that impact our success or offer opportunities.
Create a staffing plan for all areas, update as forecasts change, work with supervisors/managers to review and track open positions in their areas, be part of the interview process, understand training plans and need throughout the facility. Build "A" level teams.
Communicate with team regarding product changes, quality, OTD, customer complaints, and general items.
Perform other duties as requested and / or as needed to fulfill the purpose of the position.
Competencies (Knowledge and Skills needed for this position.)
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the principles, procedures, and best practices related to fulfillment operations.
Effective oral and written communication skills and group presentation skills.
Ability to adapt to/work with a diverse workforce.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High level of software proficiency including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to identify opportunities for process improvements.
Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills. Attention to detail, ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
Ability to Lead, Manage, and hold team members accountable
Desired Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience and knowledge.
Experience:
8+ years of operations experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Medical/Regulated manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Managing staff and functions in a manufacturing and/or warehouse setting preferred
Familiarity with ISO standards/FDA regulations
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing methodology
2-3 years of experience working in a regulated environment (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA QSR)
Travel: Minimal travel
Other Information
Direct reports: Manager(s), Supervisor(s), Technicians, Trainers, Team and Line Leads
Indirect reports: n/a
Location : Our facility will be relocating from Bloomington, MN to Shakopee, MN by October 2025. The position will be onsite at our Shakopee, MN site starting in October.
Working Environment:
Manufacturing / Warehouse / Office enviornment.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
Must be able to move orders and carts of orders from area to area including ability to lift 25 lbs.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
Mon - Fri, first shift hours, with some needs to work additional hours during the week and on Saturdays.
About Us
GN brings people closer through our leading intelligent hearing, audio, video, and gaming solutions. Inspired by people and driven by innovation, we deliver technology that enhance the senses of hearing and sight. We help people with hearing loss overcome real-life challenges, improve communication and collaboration for businesses, and provide great experiences for audio and gaming enthusiasts.
What We Offer
We value our employees and offer competitive wages and benefits including:
Generous Benefits including PTO and Paid Holidays
401k with Company match
Paid Parental Leave & Transition Back to Work Benefits
Company HSA Contributions
Discounted GN Group products
We encourage you to apply
Even if you don't match all the above-mentioned skills, we will gladly receive your application if you think you have transferrable skills. We highly value a mindset, motivation, and energy, that aligns with our core values, to not only ensure growth for you, but for your team and the wider GN organization as well.
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process
GN welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We make life sound better by developing intelligent sound solutions that transform lives through the power of sound, enabling you to hear more, do more & be more than you ever thought possible. Our integrated headset and communications solutions assist professionals in all @types of businesses in being more productive. Our wireless headsets are designed to fit any lifestyle - from sports enthusiasts to commuters and office workers. GN operates in more than 90 countries across the world. Founded in 1869, GN has more than 7,000 employees today.
Pay Transparency Notice:
Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range from $117,000.00 - $127,000.00/yr. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Compensation for roles at GN depend on a wide array of factors including but not limited to location, role, skill set, and level of experience. To remain competitive, GN offers a competitive benefits package, including annual bonuses, health insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.
GN participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify poster here (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/infosheets/E-VerifyPlusInformationSheetforEmployers.pdf) . View the Right to Work poster here .
Disability Accommodation
If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail bloomington-humanresources@gnresound.com . This email is provided for the purpose of supporting applicants who have a disability that prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Emails left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.
GN brings people closer through our leading intelligent hearing, audio, video, and gaming solutions. Inspired by people and driven by innovation, we deliver technology that enhance the senses of hearing and sight. We help people with hearing loss overcome real-life challenges, improve communication and collaboration for businesses, and provide great experiences for audio and gaming enthusiasts.
GN was founded more than 150 years ago with a vision to connect the world. Today, inspired by our strong heritage, GN touches more lives than ever with the broadest portfolio of products and services in our history - fostering a sense of community, openness, and understanding.
By listening to customers and combining our unique expertise in the human ear, audio, video, and speech, wireless technologies, software, and miniaturization, we transform what it takes to bring people closer to what is important to them.
The GN-owned brands that are responsible for bringing these technologies to life:
Medical grade hearing technology: ReSound (https://www.resound.com/en) , Beltone (https://www.beltone.com/en) , Interton (https://www.interton.com/en) , Jabra (https://www.jabra.com/hearing)
Professional collaboration: Jabra (https://www.jabra.com/) , BlueParrott (https://www.emea.blueparrott.com/) , FalCom (https://falcom.gn.com/)
Gaming, calls and media: SteelSeries (https://steelseries.com/) , Jabra (https://www.jabra.com/)
Founded in 1869, the GN Group employs 7,000 people and is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen (GN.CO). GN's solutions are sold in around 100 countries across the world.
If you would like to learn more about us, visit our homepage gn.com or click on our different brands. You can also connect with us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/gn-store-nord/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/gnstorenord/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/gnstorenord) .
We are a Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Women, minorities, veterans, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Come join our team!
