Operations Controller, Ohio Medical

The ESAB Group Inc.; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 119,676 - 139,559; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee benefits

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

The ESAB Group Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Controller to support the Regional Finance Director Americas and manage inventory effectively. This role demands strong analytical skills and leadership capabilities, responsibility for inventory costing, and a commitment to compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations.

Ideal candidates will have over seven years of relevant experience, with a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, and excel in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities to drive cost-saving initiatives and enhance plant productivity await the right applicant.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in finance and operations.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience required.
• Strong knowledge of SOX and GAAP principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels and costing standards.
• Analyze costs for inventory, labor, and material purchases.
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis and reports for internal and external needs.

Skills

Cost accounting experience

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA

CPA/CMA certification

Tools

ERP systems (Epicor is a plus)

Job description

Job Description

Ohio Medical is a global leader in medical air and vacuum pumping systems, suction, and oxygen therapy devices. Our trusted brands, including Ohio Medical and Amvex, offer cutting‑edge solutions such as suction regulators, air and oxygen flow meters, pumping systems, and portable suction equipment. Operating in an FDA‑regulated facility, we adhere to ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and NFPA 99 standards, ensuring high‑quality and reliable products that meet global regulatory requirements. Headquartered in Gurnee, IL, we take pride in our commitment to patient safety, innovation, and quality products. With a history dating back over 100 years, Ohio Medical has shaped the medical industry. In 1910, we manufactured one of the first anesthesia gas machines, the Ohio Monovalve, which was extensively used during World WarI. Our legacy includes innovations such as the Push‑To‑Set™ (PTS) suction regulator and advancements in medical gas and oxygen therapy. In 2022, Ohio Medical joined The ESAB Corporation, furthering our mission to deliver innovative, high‑quality products that prioritize patient safety.

Your Opportunity

The Operations Controller is a key position supporting the Regional Finance Director Americas, managing inventory and partnering with cross‑functional teams to identify and implement strategies that will reduce costs and increase plant productivity. A primary responsibility of this position is to identify trends and opportunities within the business to support targeted inventory levels and minimize obsolete inventory.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the “Right Hand” to the Regional Finance Director Americas in managing inventory levels and ensuring inventory is costed correctly for Ohio Medical.
• Maintain the company’s costing standards, including quarterly/annual cost rolls, assigning/updating burden rates, allocation of overhead expenses to product lines, and partnering with the Supply Chain & Operations team to ensure accuracy and transparency in product costing.
• Analyze cost for inventory, labor, material purchases, and variance analysis and recommend improvements.
• Partner with the COO and Operations Team to complete and review inventory reporting for actuals and forecast.
• Provide applicable analysis and commentary and explain actual variances to established benchmarks, supporting senior leadership business decisions to reach specified operational metrics.
• Partner with the Operations Team to identify cost savings initiatives and projects to enhance plant productivity metrics.
• Partner with applicable teams to optimize inventory, decrease excess and obsolete inventory, and prepare reporting to monitor metrics and achieve company targets.
• Identify and implement improvements in the management reporting process to drive best practices into and across the finance organization.
• Create and manage an effective financial and operational metric system to provide management with concise information regarding real‑time company performance with respect to inventory.
• Prepare ad‑hoc analysis and reports as needed in support of both internal and external reporting.
• Review CAPEX projects, prepare financial valuations, and present to senior leadership for review/approval.
• Ensure that inventory is reported in compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations, including performing monthly/quarterly reconciliations and communicating applicable adjustments to senior leadership for review/approval.
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset throughout the finance and business organizations, partnering cross‑functionally to enhance current processes and drive results.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of SOX and GAAP principles/regulations in manufacturing and significant cost accounting experience.
• Familiarity with ERP systems; Epicor is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting/Finance; MBA is a plus. CPA/CMA highly preferred.
• Ability to multi‑task and work well under pressure while meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to process large amounts of numerical data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of, and hands‑on experience in, continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of sex, color, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), religion, military/veteran status, national origin, marital status, family or caregiver responsibilities, or any other characteristic or status protected by law.

Benefits

Ohio Medical Employee Benefits. Pay Range: $119,676.00 – $139,559.00.