What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at Apex Placement & Consulting?
APEX Placement and Consulting has partnered with an exciting company in Jeffersonville, IN looking to add an Operations Manager to their already amazing team. Their primary responsibility will be to oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the production process to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing. Keep reading for more details!
What’s in it for you:
- Day shift opportunity; flexible for OT and Saturdays when needed
- Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
- Direct Hire position - you'll be hired on directly with our client!
- Amazing benefit package once hired in permanently
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401K
- Paid vacation
What your day will look like:
- Lead problem-solving efforts with internal teams and customers, analyzing data and drawing conclusions.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, ensuring clarity and keeping everyone informed.
- Motivate and inspire team performance through confidence, trust, and decisive action.
- Ensure plant operations meet Quality System standards, aiming for zero defects.
- Maintain a clean, Lean environment and improve processes across all areas.
- Develop flexible operating plans to manage production volume changes.
- Oversee capacity planning, material flow, and quality systems across the value stream.
- Provide strong leadership and motivation for the team.
- Identify and request capital investments for growth needs.
- Implement standardized manufacturing methods to drive continuous improvement.
- Influence productivity and competitiveness to enhance performance.
- Conduct annual job evaluations for management personnel.
What we are looking for:
- A Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering is preferred
- 10-12 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing setting (experience in injection molding is a plus).
- Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret various business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, or regulatory guidelines.
- Proficient in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Skilled in delivering clear presentations and addressing questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
