Assistant Operations Manager

JOB TITLE : Assistant Operations Manager

DEPARTMENT : Amarillo Tanks

REPORTS TO : Production Manager

CLASSIFICATION : Non-exempt

Purpose and Scope : Under the supervision of the production manager, this role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling manufactured processes. Monitor production of goods ensuring accurate amount is produced at the right quality, cost and within the right lead-time parameters as set by the company. Provide administrative support to production staff. This role will be responsible for the production supervisor, warehouse manager, sales engineer and 14 direct employees performance.

• Essential Functions : Oversee production schedule and quality control of finished goods. Ensure products are produced on time or projects completed within the deadline. Budgeting and Communication with Engineering / Design Team as well as Sales Team. Develop and oversee Quality Control programs. Performing various other tasks assigned.
• Specific Tasks for Position
• Coordinating and reporting day-to-day activities with the Production Manager.
• Assist in preparing production schedules and timelines.
• Coordinate with team to ensure the production process is completed on time.
• Estimating costs of production process and equipment.
• Ensuring that quality and company standards are met.
• Checking the inventory and working with purchasing to place orders for raw materials.
• Address production disputes and divert the urgent disputes to the Production Manager.
• Create and maintain a report of the production status.
• Ensure all safety and health procedures are always followed.
• Review the production budget and make suggestions for improvement measures.
• Identify and report operational problems to prevent production delays.
• Schedule routine inspection and maintenance of production equipment to prevent equipment break-downs and malfunctioning.
• Develop or update standard operating procedures and best practices for operations.
• Ensure that all equipment, materials, and supplies are readily and continuously available to carry out production processes.
• Assist in interviewing, hiring, and training new employees.
• Manage performance review, appraisals, and promotions for salaried direct reports.
• Optimize production operations to meet quality and performance standards.
• Assist in documenting all work instructions and procedures.
• Ensure production process is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Determine resource requirements and work allocation for production operation.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job Requirements :

Education and Training : Bachelor's degree in Business or related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience : 3 to 5 years' experience in an Industrial Manufacturing environment with proof of progressive advancement over that time.

Technical Requirements : Must have experience with Inventory management software. Proficient within the MS Office suite of software as well as email applications. Must have welding experience.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee works in both an office setting and factory setting. While in the factory, the employee will work near moving mechanical parts, welding areas, and other heavy machinery. The factory experiences significant swings in temperatures from cold to hot depending on time of year. The noise level in the factory work environment is usually moderately loud.

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note :

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. The role may evolve as the needs of the organization change.

This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.