Director of Operations
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Description
Director of Operations Focus on proactive planning, goal setting & direction in support of its goals as well as eliminating any productivity barriers. Responsible for “moving the needle”, managing resources, developing & implementing an operational plan & ensuring that effective procedures are carried out properly. Develop & measure progress through metrics & tangible goals. Formulating & enforcing policies for org. sustainability growth & managing daily operations of mid-level management personnel. The impact of this role is to improve operational efficiency throughout the organization while balancing our strong culture. Create team consensus & unity when setting goals or resolving conflicts. Coach, train, discipline & communicate company objectives. Implement staffing strategies & develop collaborative relationships across the company. Provide strong leadership skills, great communication skills, organizational abilities & high motivation
Location
New Berlin, WI - USA
Travel
Travel is required approximately 10% of the job.
Travel is anticipated for this position, typically within a 400-mile radius of the metropolitan Milwaukee area. Occasional overnight travel may be necessary. Some occasional local day travel may be necessary.
Reports to
President
for the Director of Operations opening
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Oversight of managers & members
- Develop & monitor dept. & cross-functional metrics & goals
- Responsible for co. ERP system, completeness, accuracy & effectiveness
- Ensure that policies are adhered to or provide safe & profitable alternative paths
- Work closely with other department (business area) directors
- Develop & oversee PM, Production, Shipping & Receiving, Service & Parts
- Generate & maintain capacity planning methods
- Liaising with department heads to develop plans & ensure company-wide operational compliance
- Evaluate & improve systems & processes to effectively meet project requirements & profitability goals
- Ensuring safety & quality measures
- Identify & build business needs, staffing concepts, actionable plans with SMART goals
- Reduce costs in production & manufacturing
- Optimize business workflows & seek efficiencies on a regular basis
- Maximize production rates without compromising quality
Job Requirements
- Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to understand and execute on processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Teams, etc.
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Self-motivated and flexible attitude
- Exceptional communication skills
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Commitment, Accuracy, Accountability, Communication, Closure
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Positive and Supportive Attitude
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Understand the Company and department processes
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Teamwork
General Skills/Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or BA in equivalent discipline
- 3-5 years experience in operations / general management
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Previous customer service or sales experience.
- Extensive experience managing people & teams
- Ability to identify weak spots in a process to improve efficiency – & then execute
- Great planning & project management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task & balance critical priorities
- Team player that is a highly disciplined, problem-solver with a strong work ethic
- Make a difference within the company, contributing to the overall organization.
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Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
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Able to use close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color determination, and adjustment of focus.
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Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.
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Occasionally required to bend, twist, climb, kneel and balance.
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Occasionally required to use hands to grasp, reach and operate objects, tools, or controls.
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Occasional exposure to a production environment
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Must comply with any safety or PPE requirements.
