Operations Manager SERVO - Manufacturing - RCC

Woodward Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward Inc. seeks an Operations Manager SERVO – Manufacturing – RCC in Loves Park, IL to lead the operational team and ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.

You will develop departmental plans, budgets and priorities, manage staffing and training, and collaborate with other departments to optimize processes. Strong Excel/BI skills and SAP experience are a plus; this role offers comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Leadership responsibilities to guide and develop the operational team.
• Operational Planning: develop departmental plans, budgets and priorities.
• Performance Management: conduct appraisals, hiring and training.
• Problem Resolution: identify and resolve technical/operational issues.
• Cross Functional Coordination: collaborate to integrate business processes.
• Key Skills: Leadership, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Operational Management, Communication, Time Management, Lean Mindset, Collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the operational team to meet targets and quality standards.
• Develop departmental plans, budgets and priorities to address resources.
• Conduct performance appraisals, handle hiring and training.
• Identify and resolve technical/operational issues with minimal disruption.
• Collaborate with other departments to achieve strategic goals.

Skills

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Operational Management

Communication

Time Management

Lean Mindset

Collaboration

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

ERP (SAP)

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Operations Manager SERVO – Manufacturing – RCCEstimated annual base pay: $105,000.00 (minimum) - $136,000.00 (midpoint) - $168,000.00(maximum)All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.401(k) match (4.5%)Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hireVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.Paid parental leave.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional LifeMember referral bonusSpouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingVoluntary benefits, including:Home / Auto Insurance discountsWhole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military LeaveKey Responsibilities:Team Leadership: Manage and oversee the operational team, ensuring that performance targets and quality standards are consistently met.Operational Planning: Develop and adapt departmental plans, budgets and priorities to address resource allocation and operational challenges effectively. (Responsible for budget and cost control.)Performance Management: Conduct member performance appraisals, handle hiring and training processes, and implement development plans to enhance team capabilities.Problem Resolution: Identify and resolve technical and operational issues, ensuring minimal disruption to departmental objectives and overall performance.Cross Functional Coordination: Collaborate with other departments to integrate business processes and achieve strategic operational goals.Key Skills:Leadership: The ability to guide, motivate, and inspire multiple teams or departments to achieve organizational goals by aligning resources, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving accountability across broader operations.Critical Thinking, Problem Solving: The ability to lead teams in analyzing situations, evaluate options, and develop effective solutions using logic, creativity, and sound judgment.`Operational Management: Proficient in managing and motivating teams to enhance performance and achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. Adept at monitoring and managing financial performance, including budgeting and cost control within the area of responsibility.Communication: Sets example and models excellent communication skills with stakeholders, support teams, and with own teamTime Management: Ability to identify critical tasks and allocate time and resources accordingly. Balances urgent production needs with medium-term improvement initiatives. Consistently meets production and delivery targets. Manages competing priorities without compromising quality or safety.Lean Mindset: Proficient with 5S, Visual Management, Standardized Work, Daily Management Systems, Flow / Pull, Value Stream Mapping and Improvement through Kaizen.Leads Production System implementation elements of member, machine, and material capacity planning. Leads DMS. Knowledgeable in how different business areas interact and integrates operations to support overall business objectives.Computer Skills: Strong skills in Excel, Power BI, or Tableau for operational reporting. Ability to analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like SAP. User level understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) for inventory and production schedulingEmotional Intelligence: The ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own emotions while effectively perceiving and responding to the emotions of others. This includes skills such as empathy, self-awareness, emotional regulation, social awareness, and relationship management to foster positive interactions and resolve challenges constructively.Collaboration: Involves working closely with team members, other departments, senior management, and external partners to align goals, improve processes, and ensure smooth operations. This includes fostering open communication, coordinating across functions, solving problems, and supporting team development while maintaining a focus on efficiency and productivity. (Executive presence.)This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.