Amsted Rail · 4 months ago
Operations Development Manager
Amsted Rail is seeking a dynamic Operations Development Manager to lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency across their manufacturing sites. This role involves managing daily manufacturing operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving process improvements to optimize productivity and ensure compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Manage daily manufacturing operations for efficient production which may include off shifts
Build foundational technical and leadership skills for future roles
Enhance productivity, minimize downtime, reduce production costs, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and product quality requirements
Monitor and maintain inventory levels to meet production demands
Plan, organize the manufacturing facility, with optimum cost effectiveness to ensure the timely production
Gain deep understanding of equipment maintenance, buildings and facilities to ensure operating efficiency and preserve the assets
Work cross-functionally learning the process, jobs, and networking with leadership
Collaborate with engineering, logistics, and quality teams to streamline workflows
Be a leader in the creation of an interdependent safety culture where employees share vision, trust, and collaboration on safety; accidents are eliminated by continuous improvement; and employees follow rules and procedures because they care about their colleagues
Identify opportunities and drive the implementation of process improvements
Collaborate with procurement and sourcing teams to manage relationships with suppliers and vendors
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency throughout the manufacturing process
Collaborate with internal Environmental experts to ensure facilities are in compliance with State and Federal regulations
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field
5 + years of manufacturing experience, knowledge of melting, grinding, heat treat, and the ability to learn and pick up technical information quickly
Background in manufacturing, preferably within Automotive industry
Proven track record of execution and ability to create an execution culture
Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide teams toward achieving common goals
Change management, specifically the ability to influence and promote cultural change
Able to sustain improvement initiatives across the organization
Experience troubleshooting and finding multiple solutions to a complex problem
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Must be able to interrelate well with personnel at all levels and possess good oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical/statistical problem-solving skills
Must be willing and able to relocate to any of our 10 plant locations
Benefits
Annual incentive opportunities
Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
401k match contributions
Comprehensive benefits package
Investment into your own personal and professional development
Company
Amsted Rail
Amsted Rail is an engineered system solutions provider.
Funding
Current Stage
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