Job Description
Job Description
The Operations Manager will provide leadership to the Operations functions—including Production, Safety, and Materials/Logistics—for our new manufacturing facility in Allen, Texas. This role is critical in establishing and scaling operations, shaping culture, as well as setting the foundation for long-term success. The Operations Manager is directly responsible for executing all manufacturing processes with an emphasis on building operational excellence, reducing costs, and improving customer service levels and on-time delivery.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead Production, Safety and Materials/Logistics for the new Allen facility.
- Build and develop a strong Operations team, providing positive and objective coaching/mentorship.
- Implement an optimal organizational structure to grow and support the business.
- Focus on results; coordinate and drive the Allen facility to achieve monthly revenue and other performance targets.
- Deliver on key performance metrics, including quality, productivity, cost and delivery.
- Ensure compliance to all standard operating procedures and company policies.
- Demonstrate and drive for superior customer service (on-time delivery and responsiveness).
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement through the application of lean manufacturing, Six-Sigma, 5s and other appropriate tools and techniques.
- Plan for and recommend necessary resources to ensure success—including capital equipment, trained employees, facilities, and infrastructure—to ensure success during start-up and beyond.
- Promote environmental, health and safety philosophies and processes that reduce workplace injuries.
- Emphasize and reinforce ABT Core Values, EHS/Quality policies and Safety procedures.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ leadership experience in a manufacturing environment with responsibility for growing a customer-focused business
- High School diploma required, AS or BA strongly preferred
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, teach, train and motivate others
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high growth industry; willing to be hands-on and take initiative
- Excellent project management and problem-solving skills
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing
- Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office Suite
- Solid communication skills
- Strong orientation towards customer focus and teamwork
- Minimal travel required