Operations Manager
- The Low-Voltage Switchboard Assembly Operations Manager oversees the factory's production and assembly of low-voltage switchgear systems.
- This includes managing operations and personnel involved in the assembly process to ensure efficient production, high-quality output, and timely delivery.
- The role demands strong leadership, operational expertise, and a focus on continuous improvement in a unionized manufacturing environment.
- Production Planning: The Operations Manager is responsible for developing production plans, scheduling work activities, and ensuring the availability of necessary resources, such as materials, tools, and equipment, to meet production targets.
- Quality Control: They are responsible for implementing quality control measures and ensuring that all assembled switchgear systems meet the required standards and specifications. This includes conducting regular inspections, tests, and audits to identify and address any quality issues.
- Process Improvement: The Operations Manager continually looks for opportunities to improve the assembly process, optimize workflow, and enhance productivity. They may collaborate with engineering teams to implement process enhancements, introduce automation, or streamline operations.
- Team Management: This role involves leading and supervising a team of assembly technicians and operators. The Operations Manager provides guidance, training, and support to ensure that employees perform their tasks effectively and efficiently.
- Safety and Compliance: They are responsible for enforcing safety protocols and ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards. This includes maintaining a safe work environment, conducting safety training, and addressing any safety concerns or incidents.
- Inventory Management: The Operations Manager oversees inventory levels, ensures the availability of required components and materials, and helps manage stock control to avoid shortages or excesses.
- Collaboration and Communication: They collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, procurement, and quality assurance, to coordinate activities and address any cross-functional issues. Effective communication with stakeholders, such as customers and suppliers, is also essential.
- Performance Monitoring and Reporting: The Operations Manager tracks production performance, monitors key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepares regular reports to evaluate productivity, quality, and other relevant metrics. They analyze data and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Experience working in a union shop and familiarity with union labor laws should be preferred.
- 3-5+ years of working experience in custom metal fabrication electrical equipment in an industrial setting.
- Ability to read blueprints, bill of material (BOM’s), schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine best methods and sequences of product assembly.
- An effective leader who can help level load the factory and has the ability to plan a lookout for 3-4 weeks so that the company’s overhead expenses for overtime in the shop stay within budget.
- Should be a Team Player and an Inclusive Leader.
- Knowledge about hand tools and measuring devices.
- Knowledge of Low Voltage or Medium Voltage Switchgear or components.
- Should have a very good understanding of Operational Excellence process improvements.
- Ability to work in a loud environment.
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Certification in Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies is preferred.
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