Operations Manager

The Operations Manager is responsible for providing strategic and day-to-day leadership for the company's manufacturing operations, ensuring that people, processes, equipment, materials, and resources are effectively coordinated to produce high-quality products safely, efficiently, and on schedule.  This position oversees production and operational activities while partnering closely with Quality, Human Resources, Engineering and other departments to achieve company goals.  The Operations Manager establishes clear expectations, develops and supports production teams, monitors key performance indicators, and drives continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.  This role is responsible for identifying and resolving operational challenges, improving productivity and on-time delivery, maintaining quality standards, managing operational budgets, and ensuring that the production floor is properly staffed, trained, equipped, and supported.   

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and hold team accountable to organizations’ policies and procedures
• Ensure that communication between departments is ongoing and utilized to maintain an environment of continuous improvement
• Support the company in production planning and making sure the business is adequately resourced
• Identifying any skills gaps in the organization and work with Human Resources to develop and maintain a recruiting/development program to support this
• Educate, develop, and motivate production team to achieve desired production results
• Anticipate and determine cause of delays in production and take appropriate action to meet shipping schedules
• Provide a leadership support function to teams and motivate employees to achieve production goals
• Manage all operations budgets
• Collaborate with Quality Manager on the plant’s total quality program
• Coordinate tooling, fixtures, and attachments for machining
• Ensure the highest level of quality is maintained throughout the manufacturing
• Implement any new policies and procedures relating to the production process
• Analyze and discuss hiring needs with Human Resources
• Work with recruiting team, conduct interviews, and onboard new hires
• Provide on-the-job training and identify functional areas where cross-training is needed
• Address daily payroll activities including, but not limited to, attendance tracking, timecard approval and managing PTO requests
• Ensure that key performance indicators are in place and production targets are met
• Implement any new policies and procedures relating to the production process
• Drive continuous improvement and on-time delivery throughout the supply chain process
• Oversee and support the safety of the production floor
• Provide support to all levels of the organization, in all operational departments
• Write and deliver performance reviews and appropriate merit increases
• Lead each day by example of Elemet Group core values and continuously search for new ways to build and maintain a strong and cohesive team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. 
• 5-7 years of progressive operations or manufacturing management experience, including production forecasting and scheduling. 

Skills and Competencies

• Ability and willingness to participate in training and professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance professional competence. 
• Understanding or hands-on experience in metal fabrication, machining, welding or a related manufacturing environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and hold team accountable in a production environment. 
• Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, workflow management, and continuous improvement principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.
• Ability to give clear direction, think proactively and have a high sense of accountability.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, database management, reporting, and electronic recordkeeping.
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours
• Walking and bending periodically
• Must be able to lift 15-20 pounds occasionally
• Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers - typing and/or writing
• Receiving and responding to oral communication

Featured Benefits

• Medical Insurance with HSA
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer PTO
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Uniforms
• Boot Reimbursement

Job Details

Job Title: Operations Manager

Company: Glenn Metalcraft

Location: Princeton, MN

Shift: 1st

Reports To: Director of Operations

Direct Reports: Yes

Pay Type: Salary

Job Type: Indirect

Requisition ID: 58727

The expected base pay range for this position is between $90,000 and $125,000 annually.  The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including geographical location, education, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

Who We Are

Elemet Group provides solutions to solve our customers’ manufacturing and fabrication challenges. Across our four separate locations, we have access to state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled specialists in CNC metal spinning, robotic welding, automated machining, assembly, powder coating, e-coating, and 2-axis and 5-axis water jet cutting and provide our customers with vertically integrated solutions.

Our core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Driven, Innovation, and Fun guide our daily business decisions, foster a strong sense of community, and reinforce our commitment to a positive workplace culture.

Elemet Group participates in E-Verify, a federal program that checks the employment eligibility of all new hires. 

Elemet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.