Operations Manager

Location:

Findlay, Ohio, United States of America

Job ID:

R0065519

Date Posted:

2024-11-12

Company Name:

Hitachi Astemo Findlay, Inc.

Profession (Job Category):

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

General Summary:

The Operations Manager oversees the daily production operations of the plant(s). Monitors operations for efficiency and safety, while ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements are met. Oversees production staff, including hiring/training of personnel. Makes recommendations and changes to the business plans as needed to achieve overall Production department goals. Prepares and presents routine reports to communicate current situation to senior management team. Ensures overall Quality and Safety and reports status on frequent basis.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leads in the management of daily activities of the various Production departments with emphasis on data collection and analysis of actual conditions. Approves the activities which reflect the direction for the business plan in the areas of Safety, Environmental, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Development, and Morale (SEQCDDM). Inspects the work areas and communicates with department management to understand current situation. Encourages the development and implementation of ideas for continuous improvement Safety, Environmental, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Development, and Morale (SEQCDDM). Reviews department’s gap analysis of business plan objectives as compared to current line conditions (SEQCDDM) in order to approve new themes developed for line enhancements. Maintains direct or delegated focus on overall daily line performance & countermeasures any areas of concern through deliberate and timely direction to management team. Lead activities in the preparation of department business plans including manpower and budget. Ensures compliance to all company environmental and safety rules. Conducts follow-up audits / inspections on production failures, accidents, poor performance issues, or other incidents that have a negative impact on production. Manages applicable vendor selections as needed. Proactively resolves safety concerns with appropriate countermeasures. Reviews and approves all training plans that ensure all associates are properly trained in their tasks with strong emphasis on safety. Ensures all record retention activities are followed. Ensures compliance to company policies and rules for associates within the department. Holds meetings as required to resolve production issues and attends routine management meetings as scheduled. Makes decisions on production personnel changes to improve efficiency Accomplishes department and organization mission by completing related tasks as needed.

Qualifications, Education, Work Experience, Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, manufacturing fields or equivalent experience. 8 or more years of production manufacturing experience in leadership role. Expert experience with OSHA related topics for manufacturing environments. Expert experience with multiple manufacturing processes, including process control (SPC), Lean manufacturing (5S/visual management), etc. Expert experience in management systems for the production floor including Safety, Environment, and Quality.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Expert understanding of leadership, strategic planning and budgeting. Expert conflict management skills. Expert interpersonal and negotiation skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills Manage multiple conflicting priorities. Ability to interact with employees at all levels. Self-directed and motivated. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Physical Requirements:

Incumbents may be routinely exposed to equipment operational noise heat-cold-and dust. Incumbents may be required to stand, sit, squat, walk, bend, move, reach, or stretch for prolonged time periods with no restrictions, as required by job duties. Work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, State, and Federal regulations, etc.). Read, hear, speak, and see with no restrictions, as required by job duties. Comprehend and adhere to management directions and/or safety instructions with no restrictions. Effectively communicate in Business English language. Pull, push, carry, lift, or move items up to 10 lbs. throughout the work shift without assistance, as required by job duties. Pull, push, carry, lift or move materials/people/items/equipment weighing up to 50lbs or more during the work shift, with the use of Company provided “reach assistance technology” or “movement assist technology” (fork-lifts, pallet jacks, pulleys, dolly’s, robotics reach equipment, etc.), as required by job duties.  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration.  Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees.  We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered.  We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community.  Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.