What’s the job?

The Operations Manager oversees both the production and maintenance functions to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable manufacturing operations. You will develop and implement operational plans, manage resources, personnel, equipment, and materials to ensure the plant runs efficiently. Work with local and corporate engineering to prioritize and implement site capital requirements. Partner with HR to develop your managers and front-line supervision, promoting positive labor relations. Provide communication and feedback to all levels of the organization. The Operations Manager is a member of the Plant Steering Committee reporting directly to the Plant Manager.

Model safe behaviors and lead safety initiatives. Play an active role as a member of the Plant Steering Committee. Lead the WCM Industrial Efficiency Pillar. Manage production and maintenance functional groups, driving systems thinking. Monitor and analyze trends in KPIs, prepare reports and drive improvement plans. Ensure adherence to existing processes and identify opportunities. Develop and implement operational plans. Execute actions to adjust capacities to meet requirements as needed. Manage and report on budgets and forecasts to optimize profitability. Coach and mentor managers and supervisors. Other duties as assigned.