Operations Manager

Autokiniton; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Holiday schedule with 15 paid holidays

Tool allowance

Relocation assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

AUTOKINITON is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the plant’s manufacturing and assembly operations in Bellevue, Ohio. You will drive productivity, oversee direct reports, ensure safety, and coordinate with customers and suppliers to meet production goals.

You will bring a bachelor’s degree in business, 8+ years of factory leadership, and a proven lean approach. This role offers relocation support, competitive pay, and a path for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years as Superintendent or Department Manager in manufacturing.
• Experience in a metal environment preferred.
• Ability to mentor and teach problem-solving methods.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret financial and performance data.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities aligned with plant goals.
• Mentor, coach, and take corrective action for direct reports.
• Direct production goals and plant productivity improvements.
• Coordinate plant capacity, quoting, and business development input.
• Ensure environmental health and safety responsibilities.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction with suppliers and customers.
• Represent company during customer visits and meetings.
• Manage budget adherence and staffing levels.
• Ensure safety devices and PPE usage.
• Maintain housekeeping and positive working relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Financial analysis

Operational planning

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Quality awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

WE ARE ****AUTOKINITON

DRIVING SUCCESS FOR THE WORLD'S TOP AUTO MANUFACTURERS.

At AUTOKINITON , we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world’s leading automakers.

Our dedicated teams proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.

CAREERS WITH AUTOKINITON

Building the Future—Together.
Autokiniton is a trusted partner to the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, known for our operational excellence and culture of continuous improvement.

Our core value, “We, not I,” reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace that encourages independent thinking, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress.

Join a high-performance team committed to shaping the future of mobility—with opportunity, purpose, and growth at every turn.

Autokiniton – Operations Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership Responsibilities

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in the performance of daily activities.
• Responsible for performance feedback and leadership of all direct reports, including mentoring, coaching, counseling, and corrective action when situations dictate.
• Provide direction and leadership consistent with plant business plan goals.
• Responsible for the productivity and press utilization performance of the manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Responsible for overall coordination and communication of production goals.
• Utilize teamwork to develop plant synergy.
• Direct and drive the utilization of problem-solving methods for related plant and customer problems/issues.
• Oversee plant-manning levels and assure compliance and improvements to the budget.
• Provide plant input into quoting and business development activities (ex., pricing, program management, plant capacity, etc.)
• Assign clear responsibilities for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and hold all direct reports accountable for enforcement
• Responsible for ensuring the entire team has the necessary tools and materials to properly perform their roles safely and efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the plant.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Provide key input into the development of the Plant’s strategic business plan and identify and track key measures to support plant business plan goals.
• Develop and drive the development of departmental strategy goals and identify and track key measures to support the department goals.
• Represent the company during customer visits/surveys and during meetings/presentations at customers' locations.
• Track, monitor, and implement required improvement activities related to business plan, goals, issues, etc.
• Develop and drive implementation of a progressive production system and required operating procedures and work instructions to improve plant performance metrics and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Provide an active leadership role in meeting / exceeding customer expectations in all related areas.
• Interface with customers and suppliers as appropriate.
• Serve as driver and coordinator for plant productivity improvements to achieve plant productivity goals and customer cost reduction goals.
• Direct, drive, and establish priorities for production department continuous improvement activities and corrective actions.
• Ensure accountability and discipline within the production department.
• Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized and verify individual usage of personal protective equipment by the entire work team.
• Comply with and oversee compliance with all internal and OSHA-required safety procedures in the performance of daily activities.
• Adhere to all company policies & procedures (ex., Quality Policy Manual, Colleague Handbook, Level II Procedures, etc.).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field; preferably manufacturing, engineering, or quality. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a Superintendent or Department Manager in a manufacturing environment, with experience in a metal environment preferred, or a combination of degree and experience, and two (2) years of management experience.
• Possess knowledge of plant department functions and corresponding roles and interactions to facilitate overall plant synergy.
• Vision and ability to translate progressive operating techniques into applications and results.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to mentor and teach the team effective problem-solving methods.
• Experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.
• Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret financial and performance data.

WHY YOU WILL ENJOY WORKING HERE:

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and up to 15 paid holidays annually, thanks to our generous holiday and holiday bridge schedule. We also provide a tool allowance for our Skilled Trades Associates.

Relocation Assistance: Our company offers comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for our Skilled Trades and Salaried positions.

Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well‑being.

Growth Opportunities : Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.