Operations Manager

Overview

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team. The time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The position: The Operations Manager guides and directs all production activities for the plant. The position is responsible for overseeing the supervision of all production employees and defines production strategies to meet all production targets with respect to meeting the customer delivery schedule, line rate, manufacturing quality, and cost while keeping employees safe and motivated.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Ensure individual and employee compliance with all safety rules and requirements.
• Define plant-wide direct labor staffing plans based on production volume, prepare line for successful start of next shift, manage rework/defects/scrap, and implement root cause corrective actions.
• Actively pursue production goals following the PQTC systematic.
• Achieve PQTC production goals and take a customer’s view as you lead Production.
• Support and drive Lean Manufacturing activities on the shop floor.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities start with forming strong and effective teams and include hiring the right employees, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
• Guide/direct the daily and weekly activities of the plant. Plan and conduct daily coordinator meetings regarding current and future issues.
• Supervise subordinate employees. Guide, direct, counsel, and appraise. Recommend selections, retention, training, promotability, and salary levels of direct reports. Ensure that subordinates are qualified and attuned to current and future Great Dane needs. Motivate team members across the organization.
• Provide viable, visible support presence to all indirect subordinates. Ensure safety, production, and quality standards are met. Investigate employee suggestions, concerns, complaints, etc. Evaluate and respond as appropriate.
• Coordinate with peers in the plant management staff and subordinates to resolve any issues and ensure safety, employee, tooling, and quality concerns are addressed while maintaining the production schedule.
• Define the right processes to create efficient workflows and measure performance while pursuing improvement opportunities.
• Assist with plant compliance regarding mandated regulations as well as Great Dane rules and regulations.
• Review proposed major disciplinary actions. Ensure completeness, fairness, consistency, and overall company interest/benefit.
• Coordinate special projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university recommended; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience:
  • Must exhibit a progressive job history of leadership in a manufacturing environment and familiarity with a variety of equipment and processes such as welding, fabrication, and typical assembly line operations.
  • Extensive experience in Lean Manufacturing is desired.
• Skills:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites with emphasis on the ability to navigate and formulate within Excel.
  • Demonstrate understanding of an effective safety culture.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Travel: As needed.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: Spends appropriate time on all shifts to ensure PQTC and Lean methodologies are followed. Spends 20% of the time in an office environment and 80% of the time in a manufacturing environment. The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
• Work environment: Fast-paced atmosphere with multiple priorities and constant change. May be exposed to possible shop hazards that include high noise, high heat, heavy machinery, and shop traffic. Employees must dress according to the company policy and will be required to wear certain eye, head, hearing, hand, and foot protection while on the shop floor. Employees must wear all mandated PPE due to potential for scrapes, punctures, and cuts, metal shavings or other debris falling in eyes, light radiation burns, pinch points, possible respiratory hazards, and heavy objects that may fall. High noise level in the plant.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused, and enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed, and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer