What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager of Operations position at Jobleads-US?
Job Summary
The General Manager of Operations directs the development and implementation of activities in production areas to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead operations to meet manufacturing KPI's
- Ensure compliance with all quality systems to achieve target quality
- Empower, develop, and reward individuals and teams for performance and growth
- Drive continuous improvement principles to improve results
- Lead ongoing improvements in production efficiency, implementing Lean principles, and demonstrate proficiency in implementation
- Lead change management in accordance with business and plant objectives
- Be responsible for people management including goal setting, performance management, competency development, recognition, engagement, and well-being
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Prior experience as a Plant Manager/Operations Manager for a 24/7 operation in a large organization
- Previous experience in a high-performance culture working in a team environment with cross-functional groups
- Lean Six Sigma and/or continuous process improvement experience, experience with the HOSHIN scorecard process an added advantage
- Must have a solid track record of Safety improvements through Behavior Based Safety, Hazard identification and Risk Assessments
- SAP
- Experience in materials or process development for lithium-ion batteries strongly preferred
- Electroplating, Electrowinning or Chemical manufacturing experience preferred
- Knowledge of industrial battery charging systems an added advantage
