Parts Operations Manager: Inventory, Logistics & Lean Ops

Great Plains Manufacturing; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a Parts Operations Manager to oversee the Salina and Enterprise, Kansas Parts operations. You will manage material movement, inventory accuracy, and processes across Great Plains and Land Pride with the 3rd Function Valve team.

The role requires leadership experience in warehouse operations, lean process development, and proficiency in Excel and AS400. Day travel between sites is required, with a Monday–Friday schedule in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years' demonstrated leadership experience in a management role.
• 5+ years' experience in warehouse management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing movement of materials, maintain inventory accuracy and space utilization, and ensure timely production.
• Define KPIs with weekly reporting to monitor progress.
• Oversee parts management by country of origin, labeling, and inventory accuracy.
• Streamline operations between Great Plains Parts and Land Pride Departments and the 3rd Function Valve team.
• Direct staff hours and staffing levels for multiple departments and teams.
• Ensure safety and OSHA compliance and proper use of equipment.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse management

Lean principles

Excel

AS400

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

AS400

Excel

Job description

Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a Parts Operations Manager to oversee the Salina and Enterprise, Kansas Parts operations. You will manage material movement, inventory accuracy, and processes across Great Plains and Land Pride with the 3rd Function Valve team.

The role requires leadership experience in warehouse operations, lean process development, and proficiency in Excel and AS400. Day travel between sites is required, with a Monday–Friday schedule in a manufacturing setting.