Operations Team Lead: Process Improvement & Safety

Cleveland--cliffs-1; New Carlisle (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs New Carlisle Works in New Carlisle, IN is seeking a Process Manager to lead a team of about 20 Operators in daily manufacturing operations. You will drive continuous improvement and ensure safety and environmental compliance while coordinating with cross-functional teams and union leadership.

This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a focus on reliability and cost reduction in a 24/7 steel manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong cross-functional communication across all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Experience in a union environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of about 20 Operators in all operational activities.
• Drive continuous improvement and institutionalize improvements into standards.
• Ensure safety training and compliance with safety guidelines and company policies.
• Coordinate cross-functionally to meet operational targets.
• Track metrics (absenteeism, overtime, progress) and address gaps.
• Engage with union representatives to coach and counsel team members.
• Facilitate team meetings and communicate on safety, quality, budget, and training.
• Identify training needs and organize development activities.
• Identify equipment deficiencies and coordinate with maintenance teams to improve reliability.
• Participate in project teams to solve problems, improve quality, and reduce costs.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

CMMS

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs New Carlisle Works in New Carlisle, IN is seeking a Process Manager to lead a team of about 20 Operators in daily manufacturing operations. You will drive continuous improvement and ensure safety and environmental compliance while coordinating with cross-functional teams and union leadership.

This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a focus on reliability and cost reduction in a 24/7 steel manufacturing environment.