Operations Manager

The Operations Manager will manage all manufacturing and assembly employees and processes. They will manage the workflow and project budget using all the tools available to meet the schedule and make shipments on time. They will maintain the highest quality of work possible and in the safest work environment achievable.  The ideal candidate will have an ability to create and maintain an efficient system of operation to support the business needs. The candidate should be comfortable multitasking and working cross-functionally with different business units. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in related fields.

Essential Functions:

• Manage resources, both human and machine to meet completion dates according to a Master schedule.
• Review processing schedules and production orders to make decisions concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures, and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
• Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and discharge staff, and resolve personnel grievances.
• Maintain a safe working environment for all employees. Make sure all tools and equipment are in good working order such as nylon belts, grinders with guards etc.
• Attend and participate in all engineering review meetings.
• Evaluate employee’s performance for skills, knowledge, training, attitude, and work practices.
• Plan manufacturing and assembly procedures and methods to assure efficient and timely progress.
• Work on complicated and detailed drawings, specifications, sketches, bills of materials, production orders, and instructions.
• Coordinate with other supervisors, engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve manufacturing and assembly problems.
• Periodically perform maintenance and preventive maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Proceed with minimum instruction and supervision.
• Update and maintain all work order, job schedules, and production planning within Epicor daily.
• Help promote the company culture and values to encourage top performance and high morale.
• Adhere to company’s safety policies to create a safe work environment for employees.