Operations Manager

Piston Group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays & vacation

Medical & Rx plans

Dental & Vision plans

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Vehicle and product discounts

Job summary

Piston Automotive, a leader in manufacturing excellence, seeks an Operations Manager to oversee production and development of company products. This role supports a 7 day/week, 3-crew operation and participates in the Plant Leadership Team, driving safety, productivity, quality and continuous improvement.

You will mentor and coach staff, ensuring adherence to company policies, government regulations, and customer requirements while communicating effectively with all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field.
• Eight years of experience as an Operations Supervisor, Manager or related role.
• Eight years in ILVS/JIT/Broadcast environments.
• Eight years of Lean Manufacturing concepts (e.g., Toyota Production System) and TS 16949 knowledge.
• Eight years of leadership experience and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Minimum eight years as a change agent.
• Eight years using 8D, 5 Why, and similar problem-solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Establishes production and quality control standards and develops budgets and cost controls.
• Drives adherence to performance and operational budgets.
• Drives system adherence incl. TS 16949 requirements.
• Fosters an environment of active participation by all team members.
• Leads facility in Plant Manager's absence.
• Creates/sustains a safe work environment plant-wide.
• Develops/manages manufacturing operations plans including labor hours and costs.
• Guides development of manufacturing processes including staffing, materials, subcontracting, facilities, tooling, and equipment.
• Reviews reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues to minimize costs and avoid delays.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Change agent

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

TS 16949

Job description

Manages all activities related to operations and development of company products by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. You will support a 7 day/week 3 crew operation. This position will be a key member of the Plant Leadership Team with integral role in developing and continuously improving the culture. Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met. Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment. Determines responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives. Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of shop operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports. Meet or exceed Piston Automotive goals for: Safety, Productivity, Quality and Continuous Improvement. You must possess a strong ability to mentor/develop/coach all levels of the organization and drive accountability for performance. Trains and ensures all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations. You must possess excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

Why Piston Automotive?

• Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts

Responsibilities

• Establishes production and quality control standards, develops budget and cost controls, and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
• Develops operational budgets and drive adherence to performance.
• Drive system adherence, including TS 16949 requirements.
• Creates an environment that encourages active participation of all team members.
• Lead facility in Plant Manger's absence.
• Creates/sustains a safe work environment throughout the entire plant facility.
• Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image.
• Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.
• Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field.
• Eight (8) years of experience as an Operations Supervisor, Manager or a related role.
• Eight years of experience in a ILVS/JIT/Broadcast environments.
• Eight years of experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts (i.e. Toyota Production System, etc.), and knowledge of TS 16949 quality process. Eight years of leadership experience, independent thinking, strong organizational and planning abilities and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a change agent.
• Eight years of experience using problem solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, etc.) and ability to work with diverse team at all levels within the organization.