Operations Manager
Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesAll locationsSioux Falls, SD, United StatesSpringfield, MN On-site
$90,000–$110,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
You will find our products in home improvement centers, big box retailers, hardware stores and automotive chains. They're in the cars you drive, the trailers you tow, and the heavy-duty machinery you operate. We’re more than manufacturing, we’re MAT. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing team in achieving production excellence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a team of supervisors to ensure the timely production of our products while adhering to safety, quality, and cost standards. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to enhance productivity, establish key performance indicators, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The Operations Manager will promote a strong safety culture, monitor production processes, and proactively address challenges to meet operational goals. This position requires effective communication with upper management and collaboration with cross-functional teams, including sales and shipping, to ensure alignment with market demands and production schedules. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in facility operations, budgeting, and leadership within a manufacturing environment, alongside a strong understanding of Lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
What you'll bring
- Excellent verbal and written communication, leadership, computer, and a high degree of managerial ability to accomplish objectives while maintaining control of operations and costs.
- Understanding of Lean Principles and Six Sigma application and usage.
- Demonstrated coaching skills, accurately identifying strengths and development needs in others
- giving clear, motivating, and constructive feedback
- and providing challenging assignments and opportunities for development.
- Proven ability to implement and execute programs in support of corporate strategy
- Problem solving and analysis, careful and systematic evaluation of information, possible alternatives, and consequences
- Understanding of the manufacturing processes and procedures
- Ability to influence and shape the decisions of others and to work through issues or conflicts to create
- Makes sound decisions in a timely and confident manner
- Proven interpersonal skills in motivating, problem-solving, counseling, evaluating, and training team members
- A bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.