OPERATIONS MANAGER

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) is a leading building envelope solution supplier that effectively drives energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications.

We are seeking an Operations Manager in our Prospect, CT Plant.

The Operations Manager has general management responsibility for the overall manufacturing processes as well as the physical facility.

This includes strategic planning for the manufacturing responsibilities including product quality, cost management, plant safety, and employee relations.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Develop a manufacturing team to provide exceptional customer service at the lowest possible cost while maintaining a safe work environment.

Specific duties include management of employee development / training, plant scheduling, recruiting / terminations, customer contact, root cause analysis, financial tracking, safety implementation, supplier evaluation, and process improvement.

Oversight and leadership of the Lean Manufacturing journey in the plant. This includes leveraging the Carlisle Operating System (COS) to drive daily, incremental improvement in all aspects of the site.

Additionally, strong emphasis on employee engagement, capacity improvement, visual management, and advanced manufacturing techniques are required for success in this role.

• Oversee inventory control to include all raw materials, supplies, and finished goods.
• Creating an environment for success among supervisory and production employees. It is pertinent that the Operations Manager convey an attitude that is positive and confident;

coach their staff to achieve their highest level of performance while treating them with respect and dignity.

• Coach and develop supervisors and team leaders in their managerial skills to align with overall company goals.
• Collaborate and interact with cross functional departments and at various levels within the organization to achieve facility and company goals.
• Manage the buildings and grounds to ensure good manufacturing practices are adhered to and a professional appearance is maintained.
• Continuously monitor compliance with all environmental permits pertaining to the manufacturing process and facility.
• Other Duties as Assigned
Competencies :
• Teamwork
• Teamwork
• Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
• Managing Change
• Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
• Continuous Improvement
• Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
• Customer Focus
• Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers.

Always has the customer's needs top of mind.

• Continuous Learning
• Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas.

Open to both giving and receiving feedback.

• Drive for Results
• Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy and has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.
• Strategic Thinking
• Thinks three to five years ahead or beyond; challenges assumptions and conventional wisdom.
• Leading People
• Influence's others and empowers team to execute efficiently.
• Developing People
• Invests time in finding, mentoring and coaching talent.

Equipment Used :

• Typical office supplies and computer, printer, fax machine
• Computer software : Proterm, SAP, Microsoft products, AutoCAD.

Working Conditions :

• In an office and factory setting
• Core Hours 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm, Monday - Friday. At times additional hours can be required to meet demands of more than one shift

Travel Requirement

Up to 15 % travel

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Our employees' well-being is crucial to Carlisle's success. Despite the nationwide increase in healthcare costs, Carlisle has maintained the same employee premiums for four consecutive years by absorbing the rising medical insurance expenses.

Furthermore, you have the flexibility to tailor a benefits program that perfectly suits your needs.

Benefits offered :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Leave & Disability Income Protection (FMLA, LOA, PPL, STD, LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Advocate - health care concierge service
• PTO - sick days, 11 holidays, vacation
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible Spending accounts (commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, health savings account)
• College Scholarships for Dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement
30+ days ago