Operations Support Leader

SummaryThis position leads/drives the production process in support of our business objectives. The OSL will help drive continuous improvement throughout the facility and help support timely and cost-effective execution of operation plans. This position also has direct oversight over certain supporting functions such as purchasing, facilities maintenance, logistics/shipping, and EHS.Principle Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupports production teams to enable high utilization, intensity of work, efficient work methods, and quality of product to ensure customer expectations and delivery are met.Provides direct guidance on enabling operation support functions, such as procurement and logistics, while working with cross-functional teams to ensure customer expectations are met around quality and delivery.Works with business segment operation managers to drive continuous improvement strategies through Kaizen events and Lean manufacturing efforts.Supports the operation plans to improve efficiency/productivity and gain cost reduction.Leads the coordination & execution of ISO and customer audits.Supports quality teams to enable best practices around quality inspection & assurance.Helps deliver supplier conformance to necessary quality standards.Balances competing priorities to achieve the most effective overall output.Supports implementation of capital projects that impact production facility & grounds.Stresses the importance of Safety by working with EHS to execute a robust Safety Program that includes, but not limited, Safety Meetings and Safety Training that encourages all employees to not only work in a safe manner, etc.Ensures the timely and accurate reporting of operation metrics.Uses 80/20 approach in optimizing functional areas.Participates in Budget preparation, including Salary Administration.Ensures that all policies and procedures are conducted in accordance with the Company's Affirmative Action Program and Employee policies and procedures.Partners with HR to achieve consistent and reasonable personnel practices including job descriptions, personnel reviews, wage practices and training.Ability to hire, develop, discipline and mentor personnel.Assists in the training of personnel to promote growth and career progression.Qualifications and Educational RequirementsBS in Manufacturing/Industrial Management/Industrial Engineering preferred or commensurate experience, with a minimum of 5 to 7 years of manufacturing experience in an electro-mechanical environment. ISO and ERP experience a plus.Experience in Kaizen and Lean ManufacturingStrong analytical skillsExcellent decision-making skillsVery good problem-solving skillsStrong negotiating skillsProject Management skillsComputer skills, particularly in relation to analysis tools and ERP systemsManagement and leadership skills to motivate teamExceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.

Created: 2025-01-31