Operations Manager

Clayton

Maryville (TN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health, dental, and vision benefits

401K with company matching

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid time for volunteering

Holistic wellness programs

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Manager to lead facility operations, focusing on production, safety, and team engagement. This role offers the opportunity to champion initiatives that drive productivity and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and fostering a culture of accountability. Join a company that values its team members and offers excellent benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment, all while making a meaningful impact in the affordable housing sector.

Qualifications

Strong leadership skills to manage teams effectively.
Excellent communication skills at all organizational levels.
Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage facility operations to meet production goals.
Ensure strict adherence to safety and quality assurance.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in production processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning and Organization

Safety Protocols

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or Operations Management

5 years relevant leadership experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Oracle

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Clayton is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a World Class Customer Experience is unparalleled in the housing industry and we believe it begins with a World Class Team Member Experience. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Position Summary

The Operations Manager will lead and manage the facility supporting production, distribution, safety, sales, quality, delivery, and cost. Strong focus on Team Member engagement while maintaining a growth mindset with the ability to scale the business to meet market demands. In alignment with the shared vision of Clayton Supply, the Operations Manager should be able to effectively champion initiatives to drive productivity through commercial, operational, and financial excellence.

Essential Duties

Ability to lead large groups of people and focus on developing a culture of accountability working as a team.
Strict adherence and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
Work with internal and external Clayton staff to meet organizational requirements
Be safety minded and ability to put Safety 1st – must adhere to strict safety rules and guidelines.
Review production performance and drive training opportunities of production personnel, as necessary.
Effectively communicate and lead Team to meet/maintain vision for success
Direct teams effectively in each department to ensure timelines and production priorities are met.
Provide sound leadership, coaching, mentoring, and direction for personnel development and team member engagement.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within production processes to improve overall safety, quality, reduce lead-times, and lower cost.
Monitors and measures costs of operations by using Lean Manufacturing methods, 5S, Kaizen, etc. applications where necessary.
Track and communicate to the Team Members and Senior Leadership the KPIs daily as it pertains to production.
Review the P&L statement and make operational changes leading to positive impacts on financials.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Excellent planning and organizational skills
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
Microsoft Word, Excel, as well as basic math skills
Must be detail-oriented and can multi-task effectively
Ability to read and understand building specifications greatly desired
Demonstrated adherence to safety protocols
Ability to adapt quickly and make sound decisions in a changing, fast-paced work environment

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in business (preferred) or Operations Management or related field needed
Minimum 5 years’ relevant leadership experience
Previous experience within cabinet manufacturing; preferred
Experience with ERP/Oracle is a plus
Experience with Project Planning/Management, Capex and budgeting
Working knowledge of P&L statements
Experience with Quality Programs and Root Cause Analysis – i.e. ISO9001, 8D 5 Why
Experience in high-speed manufacturing environment preferred
Travel as required up to 25%

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time employees after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.
As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists: America’s Best Employers, America’s Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.
At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Why Clayton?

A Berkshire Hathaway Company - an integrity-based organization offering unlimited career growth opportunities.

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time employees after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists: America’s Best Employers, America’s Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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