Manager Operations Management - Final Assembly

Vertiv Group Corp. • Ironton, OH • 3d ago

Job Description

As the Operations Manager you will directly manage the supervisors of the APU (autonomous production unit) site and have overall responsibility for the full scope of assembly operations. The Operations Manager directs and coordinates functions for the product line including manufacturing, supply chain, on time delivery quality, and operational excellence. You will plan, coordinate, supervise and motivate the activities of all assigned employees as well as the utilization of employees assigned to peer lines to meet or exceed safety, quality, delivery, cost, and efficiency goals and supporting plant wide initiatives.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage multiple production supervisors across a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

Lead production and operations to troubleshoot and improve areas related to:

Machine downtime.

Production schedules.

Product quality.

On time delivery.

Make operational decisions and engage technical staff as needed for support.

Determine manpower requirements to meet production schedules.

Participate in employment and staffing decisions/performance management decisions.

Promote regular communication and motivation to achieve production goals.

Implement elements of the organizational development (OD) plan, including:

Process control strategy.

Organizational strategy.

Safety & Compliance

Lead and promote the Plant Safety Process across the Value Stream.

Maintain strong operating discipline and awareness around plant safety policies.

Drive safety-focused Lean events related to process effectiveness and cost reduction.

Promote excellence in housekeeping, 5S and workplace organization.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

Address and remove waste from the operation.

Develop processes and systems for continuous improvement.

Maintain quality performance through systems management and Lean principles.

Support and participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Recommend and manage Lean events focused on:

Safety.

Cycle time reduction.

Cost reduction.

Establish Lean events to improve housekeeping and reduce operational effort/cost.

Leadership, Employee Relations & Development

Partner with HR to develop and coach supervisors and other staff members

Lead, coach, and support supervisors in policy interpretation, labor relations, and operational performance

Interview and help select qualified employees

Ensure onboarding, departmental induction, and job training are completed effectively

Promote positive employee relations and maintain strong communication with employees

Provide ongoing performance assessment and feedback for supervisors and technical staff

Support employee involvement through:

Frequent employee meetings

Problem-solving activities

Recognition programs

Information sharing

Delegation of responsibility

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with the Plant Leadership Team and other Operations managers

Communicate business unit performance, operational issues, and improvement activities

Maintain strong customer awareness and focus on delivering product that meets customer requirements

What Will Make You Successful

Strong safety leadership and commitment to plant safety culture

Ability to lead operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Strong organizational and operational decision-making skills

Proven ability to organize, implement, and sustain change initiatives

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and employees

Strong employee relations and conflict resolution capabilities

Ability to balance production, maintenance, quality, and operational priorities

Strong cross-functional collaboration and leadership skills

Ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

Strong customer-focused mindset

Ability to manage performance and accountability across a 24/7 operation

What Makes You Stand Out

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

3+ years of supervisory or manufacturing leadership experience

Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge of:

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma methodologies

Organizational development

Human resources practices

Experience leading Lean events and continuous improvement initiatives

Strong systems management and process improvement background

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