Operations Manager

Cook Compression; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components’ Cook Compression manufacturing facility in Jeffersonville, Indiana, seeks an Operations Manager to lead the 1st shift CNC and manual production. You will manage a team of 70, including 3 supervisors, and partner with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering and Supply Chain to meet safety, productivity, and delivery goals.

You will drive Lean initiatives, monitor KPIs, and champion continuous improvement while maintaining strong labor relations and ensuring world-class

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations leadership considered.
• 5+ years leading unionized production/manufacturing teams with safety, production, quality, and customer satisfaction focus.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Syteline).
• Experience in oil & gas industry and ISO/TS quality standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure a safe, collaborative environment; oversee 1st shift CNC and manual production; manage 3 supervisors and 70 team members.
• Lead continuous improvement through CI activities and Lean initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and adjust operations to meet or exceed goals.
• Accountable for safety, productivity, delivery, profit & loss, and production quality.
• Manage labor relations and work with union committee proactively.
• Coordinate resources with internal/external customers to deliver superior products and service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Union leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP (Syteline)

Job description

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently. WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China. BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES. We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are.

Operations Manager – Cook Compression

Dover Precision Components is hiring an Operations Manager for our Cook Compression brand, located at our Jeffersonville, Indiana ISO 9001 certified manufacturing facility.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• The Operations Manager provides leadership to ensure a safe and collaborative work environment, overseeing 1st shift CNC and manual machine production, managing a team of 3 supervisors directly and a total team of 70 team members (35 indirect), while partnering closely with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.
• The Operations Manager leads continuous improvement processes through CI activities, Lean initiatives, employee involvement, and communication.
• And the Operations Manager understands and monitors Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and makes necessary adjustments for success.
• This role includes: Motivates and inspires others, creating a culture that is committed to the highest ethical standards among all stakeholders in the organization and conducting its business with those standards.
• Assumes overall responsibility for safety, productivity performance, delivery performance, financial profit and loss, and production quality at the manufacturing facility.
• Manages labor relations and work proactively with union committee.
• Coordinates resources to satisfy both internal and external customers to deliver superior products and quality service in a fast-paced environment that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
• Oversees daily Production and partners with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and other Teams to ensure production metrics are met safely and efficiently to meet or beat customer expectations.
• Works closely with Supply Chain team to ensure effective planning of production to meet customer demands.
• Champions process improvement and lean manufacturing activities; oversees the implementation of best practices across manufacturing operations.
• Promotes the utilization of statistical and process visual measurements to manage the operation and deliver customer satisfaction and world class quality.
• Directs, coaches, and develops managers; sets goals in training and development, performance, and career planning by leveraging strong problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Partners with Plant Manager to make operational adjustments as necessary by reviewing the P&L Statements, Sales Reports, and daily reports to ensure continued growth in productivity/efficiency.
• Assists Plant Manager in developing & executing capital expenditure budgets and justifications.
• Maintains productive relationships with external customers including marketing/commercial group, contractors, engineering, vendors, government agencies, and regulatory agencies.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations leadership considered.
• 5+ years’ experience leading unionized production/ manufacturing teams with strong background in ensuring goals are met or exceeded regarding safety, production, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management experience.
• Ability to create an environment that recognizes and maximizes the potential of all employees, and where cross-functional teamwork flourishes.
• Experience in CNC, manual machines, and tooling.
• ERP system experience, such as Syteline.
• ALSO GREAT IF YOU BRING/ PREFERENCES Master’s degree in Business or related field.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Experience with ISO or TS quality standards.
• Prior ownership of plant P&L preferred.
• Strong change management and continuous improvement experience or aptitude.

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

We Are Dover

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.