Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Job LocationUS-OH-AllianceID2024-2798# of Openings1Posted Date1 month ago(8 / 14 / 2024 10 : 38 AM)

Overview

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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries.

To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities.

With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do : safety , ambition , optimism , reliability , ownership , diversity , & respect .

Wieland is hiring a Operations Manager . The Operations Manager is accountable for leading the manufacturing and distribution functions for the Alliance, OH site .

This role supports, directs, and manages the operational staff at this site. This role will direct and ensure excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People through the deployment and execution of robust systems and processes.

This role will be full on-site.

Responsibilities

Operations Manager Responsibilities :

Direct and build a high-performing team through effective leadership techniques and training; leading by example, instill the characteristics of an ideal team player - Humble, Hungry, Smart and Servant Leadership.

• Champion the Safety-First Culture; lead and engage in safety improvement initiatives as identified and support the VPP safety system and certification process.
• Champion and drive the execution of the continuous improvement system to drive sustainable transformation on-site.
• Support the initiatives championed by the operational leadership, aligning with the operational roadmap. Implement and sustain these initiatives related to technology, automation, and best practices.
• Support execution of capital projects and plans, both driven from the site's operational needs and the strategic needs of Wieland.
• Champion a "zero defect" culture through the deployment of effective quality systems and ISO standards; ensure all ISO Audits are effectively managed to maintain certifications.
• Support the design, deployment, and execution of maintenance systems to achieve best-in-class equipment reliability and capability.
• Manage variable costs; design and deploy strategies that allow the business to flex costs, based on demand, to achieve targeted variable unit costs per pound at the site level.
• Champion "customer excellence" through best-in-class delivery performance; work collaterally with the Supply Chain Manager and team to develop and execute S&OP plans that target high levels of delivery performance with least amount of working capital / inventory.
• Support other initiatives and needs as requested.

Operations Manager Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing / Operations, or an equivalent level of experience.
• 5-plus years' experience leading manufacturing sites.
• 3-plus years' experience facilitating continuous improvement using lean tools and methods to drive cultural transformations in an operational environment.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Self- motivated, high energy and data driven.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organization skills.
• Experience managing, coaching, and mentoring others.
• Ability to communicate and work with people at all levels of the business - internal and external.
• Critical Computer skills required MS Office suite of products.
• Managing Complexity - collecting and analyzing data to evaluate systems / processes and identifying the need to initiate change to improve system efficiency.
• Decision Making - ability to bring the appropriate people and information together to make timely decisions.
• Influence - ability to shape the course of action through persuasion and negotiations.
• Analytical - ability to employ a systematic approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

Joining Wieland's team gives you...

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work / Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations .

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer . We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.

Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.