Senior Operations Manager

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Who will you be working with?

You will interact with team members at all levels and functions of the organization. You’ll work with a talented and dedicated team toward the goal of safely and efficiently producing parts for our customers which meet Wabtec’s standards for quality.

How will you make a difference?

The Senior Operations Manager will be responsible to oversee management of day-to-day operations of all Manufacturing activities of the facility. The manager will leverage their extensive manufacturing experience and leadership skills to drive safety, productivity, and exceptional quality with on-time shipments, while meeting company sales and cost objectives. This individual will develop strategy, manage scheduling/cost controls, and drive continuous improvements that will deliver high impact business results that delight shareholders with profits and customers with service excellence.    

What do we want to know about you?

• Do you have 10-plus years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment with progressive management, preferably in a process-oriented related industry?
• Do you have 5-plus years of experience in a senior level of leadership within a manufacturing environment?
• Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field (MBA/Master’s degree preferred)?
• Do you have experience leading change and improvement of systems and management standards, using Lean Transformation principles?
• Do you have comprehensive knowledge of modern manufacturing and production scheduling concepts and practices with complex mixed model factories?
• Do you have material/inventory control experience using MRP systems?
• Do your computer skills include Microsoft Office applications and MRP systems (preferably Oracle)?
• Are you able to travel, as needed? (Travel is minimal, however the ability to travel as needed is required to perform the basic duties associated with this position.)
• Do you have experience with high volume mixed model machining and assembly in a build to order factory?
• Do you have analytical, statistical, and reasoning ability for problem solving strategic planning, creativity/innovation, and judgment for complex decisions?
• Are you a self-starter capable of working and delivering results on your own initiative?

What will your typical day look like?

• Develop a high-performance team capable of fueling the growth expected in a manner that fits within both Graham White and Wabtec corporate objectives.
• Reflect the conduct of a proven leader that lives the Core Values, creates energy, leads change, inspires people to achieve goals and deliver results.
• Supervise staff, including hiri