Director of Operations Job at Morgan Truck Body
Location: Janesville, WI
How You Will Make an Impact?
Hands-on Director of Operations will oversee management of all areas of Manufacturing to produce products and direct activities so that truck bodies are manufactured on-schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives to support customer initiatives.
The Nuts and Bolts
1. Assist company officers and senior staff members in the development and formulation of long and short-range planning, policies, programs and objectives.
2. Develop and manage the manufacturing plan and establish procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure facility objects are met including Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
3. Achieve optimum team member levels with least amount of overhead and raw material costs to meet annual budgetary plan.
4. Formulate and recommend manufacturing policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation.
5. Direct and monitor department managers to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan, consistent with established manufacturing and safety procedures. Act as liaison between department management/subordinate levels, as well as, executive/department manager levels to inform personnel of communications, decisions, policies and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes and results.
6. Hire, train, develop and evaluate staff. Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Ensure compliance with current federal, state and local regulations. Consult with Human Resources Department as appropriate.
7. Identify, recommend and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data. Direct the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards through solid lean manufacturing principles.
8. Direct and coordinate various programs essential to manufacturing procedures (e.g., training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, security, etc.).
9. Work effectively and relate well with others. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others, working to maintain constructive working relationships.
10. Keep current on information and technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance.
11. Provide customer support though on-site visits.
12. Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required.
Required Credentials
1. BA/BS in industrial, mechanical or business administration, or a 4-year technical degree in related discipline.
2. 10+ years of experience in manufacturing management, preferably in a process-oriented operations and/or related industry with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience managing a plant.
3. Proven leadership skills and possess a wide variety of skill and knowledge, supervising complex tasks, and strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
4. Can develop and create effective action plans to drive improvement and results in plant.
5. Proficiency in financial matters surrounding operating a business with oversite provided by corporate finance group. Is clear on how to navigate a business P& L and understands basic principles and concepts to research discrepancies to budget.
6. Lean Manufacturing experience.
7. Certified Lean Manufacturing Practitioner from an accredited Lean institution, strongly preferred
8. Computer proficient.
You Must Be Able to
Celebrating our 70th year as the largest truck body builder in North America, Morgan Truck Body LLC is proud to produce, deliver, and service quality products. With a foundation built on innovative design and quality construction, Morgan has experienced tremendous growth. In addition to dry freight truck bodies, Morgan specializes in satisfying unique and custom truck body needs, including electric vehicles, mobile service units, and refrigerated products, serving farmers, ranchers, contractors, landscapers, equipment and material haulers, and more!
Our shared values are the foundation upon which Morgan does business:
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Whether you are just beginning your career or taking the “next step,” please visit our careers page -https://www.morgancorp.com/about/careers.
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Please Note :
blog.nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, blog.nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.
How You Will Make an Impact?
Hands-on Director of Operations will oversee management of all areas of Manufacturing to produce products and direct activities so that truck bodies are manufactured on-schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives to support customer initiatives.
The Nuts and Bolts
1. Assist company officers and senior staff members in the development and formulation of long and short-range planning, policies, programs and objectives.
2. Develop and manage the manufacturing plan and establish procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure facility objects are met including Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
3. Achieve optimum team member levels with least amount of overhead and raw material costs to meet annual budgetary plan.
4. Formulate and recommend manufacturing policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation.
5. Direct and monitor department managers to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan, consistent with established manufacturing and safety procedures. Act as liaison between department management/subordinate levels, as well as, executive/department manager levels to inform personnel of communications, decisions, policies and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes and results.
6. Hire, train, develop and evaluate staff. Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Ensure compliance with current federal, state and local regulations. Consult with Human Resources Department as appropriate.
7. Identify, recommend and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data. Direct the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards through solid lean manufacturing principles.
8. Direct and coordinate various programs essential to manufacturing procedures (e.g., training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, security, etc.).
9. Work effectively and relate well with others. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others, working to maintain constructive working relationships.
10. Keep current on information and technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance.
11. Provide customer support though on-site visits.
12. Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required.
Required Credentials
1. BA/BS in industrial, mechanical or business administration, or a 4-year technical degree in related discipline.
2. 10+ years of experience in manufacturing management, preferably in a process-oriented operations and/or related industry with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience managing a plant.
3. Proven leadership skills and possess a wide variety of skill and knowledge, supervising complex tasks, and strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
4. Can develop and create effective action plans to drive improvement and results in plant.
5. Proficiency in financial matters surrounding operating a business with oversite provided by corporate finance group. Is clear on how to navigate a business P& L and understands basic principles and concepts to research discrepancies to budget.
6. Lean Manufacturing experience.
7. Certified Lean Manufacturing Practitioner from an accredited Lean institution, strongly preferred
8. Computer proficient.
You Must Be Able to
- Travel occasionally
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- This job operates in a manufacturing plant environment. Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Celebrating our 70th year as the largest truck body builder in North America, Morgan Truck Body LLC is proud to produce, deliver, and service quality products. With a foundation built on innovative design and quality construction, Morgan has experienced tremendous growth. In addition to dry freight truck bodies, Morgan specializes in satisfying unique and custom truck body needs, including electric vehicles, mobile service units, and refrigerated products, serving farmers, ranchers, contractors, landscapers, equipment and material haulers, and more!
Our shared values are the foundation upon which Morgan does business:
- Appreciating the people who make our success possible.
- Acting with integrity in all we do.
- Delivering results for our customers.
- Bringing an unbridled passion for our products.
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid holidays and increasing vacation time with years of service
- Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
- Paid Job and Leadership Development training
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Whether you are just beginning your career or taking the “next step,” please visit our careers page -https://www.morgancorp.com/about/careers.
#LI-TK1
Please Note :
blog.nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, blog.nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.