Operations VS Manager

Steffes Core Values

Trust: We promote growth and long-term success by making wise decisions with trust as an essential component.                                                                 

Respect: We unleash creative talents of our diverse workforce by treating each other the way we would like to be treated.

Teamwork: We believe people achieve much more by working together.                                    

Integrity: We follow through and keep our word while being open, honest, ethical, and fair.

Safety: We view our co-workers as family members of our business and strive to ensure safety for all.

Humility: We recognize and appreciate strengths and contributions beyond one’s self. We are modest, genuine, and authentic.

Key Responsibilities

1. Directs and supervises the application of company policies to plant manufacturing operations.
   2.Responsible for establishing and executing production schedules and personnel needs based on sales requirements and plant capacity.
   3.Responsible for implementation and adherence to production standards and safety programs. Participates in process research and development programs.
   4.Controls quality, cost of production, warehousing, receiving, and shipping of raw materials through appropriate subordinates.
   5.Leads Continuous Improvement in production.
   6.Oversees the regular and daily maintenance of building, equipment, plant security, and protection. Leads Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
   7.Reviews and approves recommendations of subordinates in matters of personnel, pay rate changes, continuing education, etc.
   8.Represents the company in the community and promotes the company's goodwill and interest in the community, as applicable.
   9.Responsible for maintenance of inventory accuracy through cycle count completion and scrap tracking.
   10.Assures production process discipline through use of day-by-the-hour boards, level build schedules, and conformance to standard work procedures.
   11.Confers with management on an ongoing basis and communicates organizational goals and objectives to subordinates.
   12.Responsible for forecasting plant expenditures for fixed asset additions, pay rate increases, etc. for operating budget requirements.
   13.Communicates with employees regarding performance on a regular basis.
   14.Assures all employee evaluations are completed on time.
   15.Assures safety training for employees is completed prior to operation of any equipment.
   16.Participates and leads activities such as capacity planning (plant and yard), product flow, new product introduction, plant layout projects, and managing inventory levels.
   17.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in collaborative manner with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
   18.Support and help develop their team with professional development short and long term goals.
   19.Helps company meet its Strategic, Quality, and Safety objectives.
   20.Other duties may be assigned.

Core Expectations

• Customer Service - Demonstrate excellent customer service and display a positive attitude and behavior consistent with the Steffes Code of Conduct and Core Values.
• Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) – Perform work in compliance with EHS training and identified procedures/standard work. Report any EHS incident or concern to your supervisor immediately. Cooperate and contribute to the overall success of the EHS program.
• Quality – Participate in job-specific training. Complete work as indicated by standard work, processes, and/or procedures. If your work can’t be completed as required, notify your supervisor immediately for guidance.
• Conduct - Demonstrate and support the Steffes Code of Conduct.
• Policies and Procedures - Demonstrate and support Steffes Policies and Procedures by:
  Using tact, sound judgement, and maintaining a professional attitude in communication and relationships with others.
  • Striving to deliver the best quality in daily work.
  • Promoting a positive image of Steffes and its products.
  • Being timely and punctual in attendance and following all policies and procedures.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations or related discipline
• API welding requirement knowledge and experience desired
• ASME pressure vessel fabrication knowledge and experience desired
• Minimum of 10-15 years total manufacturing experience
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in general management, plant, or business unit management in a manufacturing company with leadership experience in Management/Production
• Proven P&L performance in delivering profitability, investment return, and customer satisfaction in leading a business unit/company
• Successful supervision experience with manufacturing products to ISO 9001/API Q1 requirements
• Proven, hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing practices
• Lean Bronze certification desired
• Proven computer skills: Microsoft word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
  - OR -
• An acceptable combination of education and experience.

Functional and Cognitive Requirements of the Position

• This position requires walking, sitting, or standing to a significant degree.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push and/or pull up to 20 pounds.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and/or stairs.
• Stooping, crouching, kneeling, and bending.
• Handling, feeling, and gripping would be required for some activities.
• Visual acuity is required to inspect work completed.
• This role may be subject to internal and external environmental conditions.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.