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Operations Manager (Fernley, NV)
Our client that specializes in manufacturing roofing underlayments and building envelope systems, is currently hiring an Operations Manager. This role has become available due to the promotion of the previous Operations Manager to Plant Manager. Site has approximately 100 employees, three shifts.
This is a critical role for driving operational excellence and supporting the plant’s success. Below is the list of candidates that I have spoken to. Do you think you and your team could support? If you have any questions or need additional details about the role, let me know!
Position has become available due to the promotion of the previous Operations Manager to Plant Manager. We are looking for a candidate with: 1) A strong manufacturing floor presence to actively engage with the team and processes, 2) An analytical approach to identifying and implementing improvements, such as scrap reduction and efficiency increases across production lines, and, a hard worker that can handle urgent matters, including taking calls outside of standard work hours when necessary.
Compensation: $120-$135K, plus bonuses and other great benefits.
Job Summary
The Operations Manager has general management responsibility for the overall manufacturing processes as well as the physical facility. This includes strategic planning for the manufacturing responsibilities including product quality, cost management, plant safety, and employee relations. Expected work hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday with up to 15% travel.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop a manufacturing team to provide exceptional customer service at the lowest possible cost while maintaining a safe work environment. Specific duties include management of employee development/training, plant scheduling, recruiting/terminations, customer contact, root cause analysis, financial tracking, safety implementation, supplier evaluation, and process improvement.
Oversight and leadership of the Lean Manufacturing journey in the plant. This includes leveraging the Carlisle Operating System (COS) to drive daily, incremental improvement in all aspects of the site. Additionally, strong emphasis on employee engagement, capacity improvement, visual management, and advanced manufacturing techniques are required for success in this role.
Oversee inventory control to include all raw materials, supplies, and finished goods.
Creating an environment for success among supervisory and production employees. It is pertinent that the Operations Manager convey an attitude that is positive and confident; coach their staff to achieve their highest level of performance while treating them with respect and dignity.
Coach and develop supervisors and team leaders in their managerial skills to align with overall company goals.
Collaborate and interact with cross functional departments and at various levels within the organization to achieve facility and company goals.
Manage the buildings and grounds to ensure good manufacturing practices are adhered to and a professional appearance is maintained.
Continuously monitor compliance with all environmental permits pertaining to the manufacturing process and facility.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving tools.
Proven ability to select employees, set goals and objectives, coach, and lead direct and indirect employees, and conduct performance appraisal reviews.
Ability to function in a team environment, work well with others, handles multiple priorities and projects are necessary.
Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and direct reports.
Strong analytical skills and financial acumen
Strong team building, decision making and people management skills.
Strong process and mechanical systems understanding, project management experience is a plus.
Strong proficiency in MS Office and ERP Systems, SAP experience is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to set strategic direction and lead teams.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree engineering, business administration or related field preferred.
Five to seven (5-7) supervisory/management experience, with at least four (4) years in a manufacturing specifically.
Prior experience in operations research/process flow and scheduling department work.
Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication skills and proven ability to lead people and get results from others.
Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5s.
Understand fundamentals of coaching, counseling, and feedback.
Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
Comprehension/understanding of reading, speaking, and math skills.
Ability to measure performance of standards and goals.
Efficient problem-solving skills and ability to work in stressful work situations.
ISO9001/14001 experience a plus.
This is a key role for driving operational excellence and supporting the plant’s success. The right person will love to have their boots on! Will have a strong manufacturing floor presence and will actively engage with the team and processes.
Client is a key player in building construction, offering a diverse and well-balanced portfolio of building products. This site specializes in producing converted paper building products, including weather-resistive barriers, asphalt-saturated kraft building papers, window and door flashing, industrial papers, and underslab vapor barriers. These products play a crucial role in protecting structures from moisture intrusion, ensuring durability and longevity- a blend of historical significance and modern innovation, contributing to advancements in building envelope systems and sustainable manufacturing within the construction industry.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Engineering?
Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Our client that specializes in manufacturing roofing underlayments and building envelope systems, is currently hiring an Operations Manager. This role has become available due to the promotion of the previous Operations Manager to Plant Manager. Site has approximately 100 employees, three shifts.
This is a critical role for driving operational excellence and supporting the plant’s success. Below is the list of candidates that I have spoken to. Do you think you and your team could support? If you have any questions or need additional details about the role, let me know!
Position has become available due to the promotion of the previous Operations Manager to Plant Manager. We are looking for a candidate with: 1) A strong manufacturing floor presence to actively engage with the team and processes, 2) An analytical approach to identifying and implementing improvements, such as scrap reduction and efficiency increases across production lines, and, a hard worker that can handle urgent matters, including taking calls outside of standard work hours when necessary.
Compensation: $120-$135K, plus bonuses and other great benefits.
Job Summary
The Operations Manager has general management responsibility for the overall manufacturing processes as well as the physical facility. This includes strategic planning for the manufacturing responsibilities including product quality, cost management, plant safety, and employee relations. Expected work hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday with up to 15% travel.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop a manufacturing team to provide exceptional customer service at the lowest possible cost while maintaining a safe work environment. Specific duties include management of employee development/training, plant scheduling, recruiting/terminations, customer contact, root cause analysis, financial tracking, safety implementation, supplier evaluation, and process improvement.
Oversight and leadership of the Lean Manufacturing journey in the plant. This includes leveraging the Carlisle Operating System (COS) to drive daily, incremental improvement in all aspects of the site. Additionally, strong emphasis on employee engagement, capacity improvement, visual management, and advanced manufacturing techniques are required for success in this role.
Oversee inventory control to include all raw materials, supplies, and finished goods.
Creating an environment for success among supervisory and production employees. It is pertinent that the Operations Manager convey an attitude that is positive and confident; coach their staff to achieve their highest level of performance while treating them with respect and dignity.
Coach and develop supervisors and team leaders in their managerial skills to align with overall company goals.
Collaborate and interact with cross functional departments and at various levels within the organization to achieve facility and company goals.
Manage the buildings and grounds to ensure good manufacturing practices are adhered to and a professional appearance is maintained.
Continuously monitor compliance with all environmental permits pertaining to the manufacturing process and facility.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving tools.
Proven ability to select employees, set goals and objectives, coach, and lead direct and indirect employees, and conduct performance appraisal reviews.
Ability to function in a team environment, work well with others, handles multiple priorities and projects are necessary.
Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and direct reports.
Strong analytical skills and financial acumen
Strong team building, decision making and people management skills.
Strong process and mechanical systems understanding, project management experience is a plus.
Strong proficiency in MS Office and ERP Systems, SAP experience is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to set strategic direction and lead teams.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree engineering, business administration or related field preferred.
Five to seven (5-7) supervisory/management experience, with at least four (4) years in a manufacturing specifically.
Prior experience in operations research/process flow and scheduling department work.
Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication skills and proven ability to lead people and get results from others.
Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5s.
Understand fundamentals of coaching, counseling, and feedback.
Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
Comprehension/understanding of reading, speaking, and math skills.
Ability to measure performance of standards and goals.
Efficient problem-solving skills and ability to work in stressful work situations.
ISO9001/14001 experience a plus.
This is a key role for driving operational excellence and supporting the plant’s success. The right person will love to have their boots on! Will have a strong manufacturing floor presence and will actively engage with the team and processes.
Client is a key player in building construction, offering a diverse and well-balanced portfolio of building products. This site specializes in producing converted paper building products, including weather-resistive barriers, asphalt-saturated kraft building papers, window and door flashing, industrial papers, and underslab vapor barriers. These products play a crucial role in protecting structures from moisture intrusion, ensuring durability and longevity- a blend of historical significance and modern innovation, contributing to advancements in building envelope systems and sustainable manufacturing within the construction industry.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Engineering?
Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Salary : $120,000 - $135,000
