Manufacturing Operations Leader - Cryogenic Pumps

Nikkiso Co., Ltd.; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Cryo, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Operations in North Las Vegas to oversee all manufacturing processes. The role will shape strategies to optimize efficiency, quality and schedule adherence while managing a substantial team across multiple sites.

You will lead budgeting, drive lean improvements, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with engineering, product management, and sales to meet customer requirements on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Management, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, preferably in the rotating equipment industry.
• Extensive knowledge in manufacturing that are consistent with pump products, and how they are manufactured for the cryogenic industry preferred.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing operational strategies that improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• Experience managing budgets and controlling expenses for operations.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and environmental and safety regulations.
• Extensive knowledge in lean manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of quality control systems and procedures.
• Hands-on experience with global manufacturing operations
• Broad knowledge of multi-functional and multi-site teams working in a global environment
• Broad knowledge working with cryogenic industries
• Hands-on experience with Problem Solving / Six Sigma
• Project Planning / Project Management experience is preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Progressive experience in roles leading manufacturing operations
• High adaptability and flexibility, including the ability to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity, and change
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with and positively influence leadership at all levels of the organization
• Self-motivated with extremely strong sense of urgency-act as a change agent in the organization
• Demonstrates excellence in interpersonal skills - verbal and written communication, self-starter, positive make-it-happen attitude, team player
• Able to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies that improve the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of the manufacturing operations for cryogenic pumps.
• Ensure that manufacturing operations comply with all relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Develop and manage the annual manufacturing budget and monitor and control expenses to ensure that they remain within budgetary constraints.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality while reducing product cost and increase margins.
• Manage and develop a large team of manufacturing professionals, providing coaching and mentoring to enable them to reach their full potential.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and sales, to ensure that products meet customer requirements.
• Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and outsourced manufacturing partners.
• Develop and implement consistent processes and best practice strategies, policies, procedures, and goals.
• Work cross-functionally with product manager, product development, engineering and project management teams to ensure company goals are met and the necessary support to deliver on time is provided.
• Lead the effort in identification, recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, and ongoing engagement of high-performance team members.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators for manufacturing such as safety, quality, delivery, cost, cash and, people.
• Address escalated customer issues with speed and urgency, orchestrating resources across the company as appropriate.
• Identify and remove obstacles to delivering products consistently on time with the right quality

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Lean manufacturing

Regulatory & safety

Six Sigma / Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication with leadership

Team development

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Nikkiso Cryo, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Operations in North Las Vegas to oversee all manufacturing processes. The role will shape strategies to optimize efficiency, quality and schedule adherence while managing a substantial team across multiple sites.

You will lead budgeting, drive lean improvements, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with engineering, product management, and sales to meet customer requirements on time and within budget.