Manufacturing Operations Leader: Team, Budget & Impact

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

Training/Professional development

Paid holidays

Job summary

Woodward, a global leader in energy control solutions, is seeking an Operations Manager SERVO for Manufacturing – RCC to lead the manufacturing operation with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. The role oversees budgeting, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration to meet production goals.

All members are offered extensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match at 4.5%, stock contributions, and ongoing tuition reimbursement plus professional development

Qualifications

• Leadership of operational teams to meet targets and standards.
• Development of departmental plans, budgets and priorities.
• Conduct performance appraisals and training processes.
• Resolve technical and operational issues with minimal disruption.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Manage and oversee the operational team, ensuring that performance targets and quality standards are consistently met.
• Operational Planning: Develop and adapt departmental plans, budgets and priorities to address resource allocation and operational challenges effectively. (Responsible for budget and cost control.)
• Performance Management: Conduct member performance appraisals, handle hiring and training processes, and implement development plans to enhance team capabilities.
• Problem Resolution: Identify and resolve technical and operational issues, ensuring minimal disruption to departmental objectives and overall performance.
• Cross Functional Coordination: Collaborate with other departments to integrate business processes and achieve strategic operational goals.

Skills

Team Leadership

Operations Planning

Performance Management

Problem Resolution

Cross-functional Coordination

Lean Mindset

ERP SAP

Excel/BI Tools

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Woodward, a global leader in energy control solutions, is seeking an Operations Manager SERVO for Manufacturing – RCC to lead the manufacturing operation with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. The role oversees budgeting, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration to meet production goals.

All members are offered extensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match at 4.5%, stock contributions, and ongoing tuition reimbursement plus professional development