Operations Director

Terex Corporation; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial equipment manufacturer seeks an Operations Director for the Newton site. The successful candidate will oversee production, supply chain, and HSE functions, driving operational excellence and team development within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Advancement opportunities

Full range of benefits

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a leadership position.
• Proven track record of operational achievement in manufacturing.
• Background in managing fast-paced manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to operations teams and oversee day-to-day facility operations.
• Develop and maintain best practices for production efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Motivation

Operational Achievement

Strategic Ability

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description:

Position Summary Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Operations Director is responsible for the operational aspects of Newton site encompassing production, supply chain, HSE, and warehouse functions. Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction to the operations teams
• Oversee day to day operations of the production facility & financial aspects of the operations in line with budgets
• Develop and maintain best practices and production efficiencies in line with the broader Terex Business Systems using lean techniques
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement & strive towards best practice world class manufacturing
• Improve the capabilities & capacity of the manufacturing unit, achieving on-time delivery & cost targets
• Efficiently integrate new products into production
• Lead, develop & motivate staff towards the achievement of targets & objectives on an ongoing basis
• Act as an integral part of the sites S&OP process to ensure common understanding of capacity, build schedule and supply constraints
• Collate and provide all management reports as requested to both site management and the wider Terex Materials Processing group
• Provide relevant information and detail on an annual basis for the factory budgeting process in conjunction with the Financial Controller
• Ensure timely and relevant communication with all relevant departments in the businesses
• Ensure full compliance of entire team with site policies, procedures and HSE regulations
• Cooperate with the wider Terex Materials Processing Group in relation to the implementation of manufacturing strategies and other relevant duties
• Develop department strategies, business plans, and implement schedule to achieve goals
• Conduct manager performance reviews and manage expectations
• Oversee department’s overall performance and hold team accountable for meeting expectations
• Ensure compliance to safety and all Company policies
• Manage conflicts and provide solutions
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree is highly preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in a leadership position
• A proven track record of operational achievement in a manufacturing environment is essential
• Background of managing a fast moving manufacturing facility (preferably engineering) including supply chain & Warehouse functions
• Experience of and a proven track record of staff management, appraisal & development of teams
• A strong motivator with excellent communication skills,
• Proven track record of consistently meeting financial targets
• Ability to motivate and lead a team
• Excellent communication & IT skills
• Drive and energy for results
• Practical and commercially aware
• Flexible in approach and hard working
• Business acumen
• Strategic ability and innovative
• Ability to prioritise and organise
• Timely decision making
• Ability to work in an environment that is fluid with changing priorities
• Highest level of integrity, honesty, and trust

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [e-mail] .

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.