**About Us** We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! **About Us** We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! As a highly valued member of the Forney, TX Team, this role will plan and direct manufacturing resources at the site to achieve the budgeted shipping levels and maximize profits from operations. This position is responsible for leading employees engaged in plant operations, procurement, and shipping. Foster a team atmosphere, provide vision, and demonstrate support of the company’s core processes. Responsible for day-to-day management of assigned departments, through the management of supervisory staff, including achieving production goals, managing performance of direct reports, making sound operational decisions, solving problems, and managing conflict. **AS AN OPERATIONS MANAGER, YOU WILL:** + Manage team member performance by setting goals and consistently holding employees accountable for meeting performance standards through coaching, counseling, and timely review process + Communicate and relate with all levels of the organization + Confer with Managers to coordinate activities of individual departments + Be accountable for the productivity and morale of employees + Drive and maintain high standards of 6S (6th S being Safety) and visual management across the distribution center floor + Manage Capital Expenditure to budget + Participate with Distribution Center Manager and functional leaders to develop and execute on annual sales plan + Provides input on Lead Time Quotations for orders, projects and expedites + Lead the Gemba and manage expectations with operations team and cross functionally to meet customer demand + Build a data-oriented culture for metric development and tracking.  A3 project approach and accountability + Develop the team and align to Copeland expectations and values + Lead other duties/projects as assigned by DC Manager **REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:** **​** + Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business + 7+ years of distribution center leadership experience + Proven experience and knowledge of manufacturing systems and disciplines + Experience and knowledge of various manufacturing equipment, i.e. machine tools, assembly tools, paint systems, material handling equipment, assembly testers, facilities equipment + Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, hazardous waste, and EEO regulations + Must have a good understanding of company goals and be able to direct manufacturing resources to support these goals **PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:** + Excellent communication skills in English / Spanish + Knowledge of ISO QMS + Knowledge of Manhattan WMS **Our Commitment to Our People** Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.  Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team! **Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion** At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.  **Work Authorization** Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. **Equal Opportunity Employer** Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: copeland.careers@copeland.com With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.