Sr. Operations Manager

Solve Industrial Motion Group; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paternal leave

Job summary

Solve Industrial Motion Group in Indiana is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead day-to-day production departments and coach Associates with a hands-on, player-coach approach. You will standardize processes using Lean methods and collaborate cross-departmentally to meet quality and delivery goals.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, Lean Six Sigma credentials, strong data analysis skills, ERP experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a machining/manufacturing environment (low volume/high mix preferred).
• 5+ years of people management and leadership experience.
• Lean Six Sigma credentials with practical application experience.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Experience in an ERP system, and ability to transition to others.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, coach and performance manage all Associates to maintain high performance.
• Manage production expectations and goals, ensuring quality, accuracy and on-time delivery across departments.
• Develop, justify, and implement continuous process improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, efficiency and capacity.
• Implement metrics, cost control and cost reduction initiatives.
• Optimize processes for consistent quality and productivity; update procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure adherence to manufacturing standards and OSHA compliance; maintain documentation and SOPs.
• Act as a change champion and revise procedures to adapt across Solve.

Skills

People management

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

OSHA compliance

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Solve Industrial Motion Group strives to be the trusted source for engineered bearings and power transmission solutions. Supported by a diverse range of products within Solve’s brand portfolio and our unmatched technical expertise, we have over 100,000 ready-to-ship components. At Solve we innovate with ambition, offering custom solutions in a wide range of applications. We obsess over our customers, leveraging our nationwide network for industry leading product availability, and best-in-class customer service. Our engaged team leads with integrity, and unites with purpose, driving toward innovation and continuous improvement every day.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the VP and General Manager, the Sr. Operations Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day workflows within their assigned Production Departments. Acting as a culture-carrier for Solve, the ideal candidate will be an energetic leader, managing and motivating their Associates, while acting as a “player-coach” and rolling-up their sleeves to manage various hands-on responsibilities when needed. The Sr. Operations Manager will utilize their Lean Manufacturing experience and knowledge, working with a continuous improvement mindset to standardize and implement processes. The ideal candidate will flex their strong communication skills, while collaborating cross-departmentally to ensure seamless transactions throughout the entire operation while being committed to delivering high-quality products, in an efficient manner to support our customers. The Sr. Operations Manager will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and customer service skills and lead by example, in this fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, coach and performance manage all Associates within the operation to maintain high performance, in line with team metrics and KPI’s
• Manage production expectations and goals, in alignment with company standards and targets, to ensure the highest level of quality, accuracy and on-time delivery and collaborate with other departments throughout the organization to accomplish business objectives
• Responsible for development, justification, and implementation of continuous process improvement initiatives in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, efficiency, and capacity
• Implement appropriate metrics, cost control and cost reduction initiatives
• Optimizes the processes in terms of consistent quality and productivity and makes or recommends the modification of procedures, work instructions and/or operator instructions
• Ensure strict adherence to all company manufacturing standards/methods and OSHA compliance standards are met, along with creating and maintaining any corresponding documentation and/or standard operating procedures
• Act as a “change champion” for the operation, and revise any procedures as necessary to adapt to changes within the entire Solve organization

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or related field
• 5+ Years of experience working in a Machining/Manufacturing environment (preferably low volume/high mix)
• 5+ Years of People Management and Leadership experience
• Lean Six Sigma credentials and practical application experience
• Strong data analysis skills
• Experience in an ERP system, and confident transitioning to others
• Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience having worked with bearings, belts and/or power transmission components

OUR EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION

• Market competitive benefits package, including company-sponsored health coverage, life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid paternal leave and paid time off
• Work in a collaborative environment with passionate and innovative teammates

Solve is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.