VetJobs is Hiring an Operations Department Head - Oneonta, NY Near Oneonta, NY
Job DescriptionATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives. Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries. Scope of Position: Provide operational leadership in the manufacture of products for the Corning’s Life Science business at the Oneonta plant. In this position you will lead the activities of production teams to support the objectives of the plant by developing and implementing plans to provide a safe work environment, manufacture quality products, and maximize the efficiency and output of operations. Day To Day Responsibilities
Lead 24-hour shift production operations
Report directly to Plant Operations Manager
Direct reports consist of production shift supervisors (team leaders)
Coordinate resources to meet output, select, and uptime goals
Ensure compliance to Plant and Corporate rules and expectations including Plant Policies, Procedures, Safety and housekeeping, Quality Systems, ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems and production goals
Will be a key operational role in driving safety for the department
Drive process control and process discipline (PCPD) and basics of manufacturing (BOM) in the department including the in-house supervisor’s curriculum for shift supervisors
Emphasize the development of shift supervisors and hourly employees providing effective coaching and constructive feedback
Determine programs and projects to improve productivity and cost reduction
Monitor repair and maintenance spending for the department and lead cost reduction initiatives
Ensure appropriate levels of troubleshooting steps are taken based on process feedback, checklists, control charts, key attributes and other performance indicators
Collaborate with plant engineering to to recommend and implement technical solutions to resolve chronic equipment and and process issues
Identify and communicate performance opportunities, objective shortfalls and resource requirments
Attend daily department production meetings and provide updates on equipment and operational performance
Submit monthly reports that accurately summarize performance
Travel Requirements: <5% Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: Typically 7-4, but some off hours support required Auto req ID415577BR Minimum Education RequiredBachelors Job_CategoryOperations Additional Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesEducation and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree Required
BS or MS in Ceramic, Chemical, Material, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
Required Skills
Minimum of three years of previous operational leadership experience or equivalent technical or engineering experience
Experience working on technical problems or teams with technicians
Prior budget responsibility
Experience with Six Sigma DMAIC principles
Desired Skills
Experience working with a Union workforce
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience overseeing safety initiatives and conducting operational risk management
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $118,428.00 - $162,839.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO. City*Oneonta State*New York Job CodeManufacturing Manufacturing Affiliate SponsorCorning