Manager, Operations

Purpose Statement:  Direct, manage, and lead the coordination and prioritization of repair, maintenance, and installation, of machines, tools and equipment.

Core Responsibilities:   (not intended to be all inclusive)

• Participate in development of preventative maintenance program to ensure continuous production operations
• Direct, plan, organize, assign, review and evaluate the work of subordinates
• Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards
• Review productions, quality control and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities
• Develop and control annual maintenance budget
• Research and propose equipment and employee utilization for cost effectiveness
• Prepare and compile operating reports for senior management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment maintenance methods and practices
• Knowledge of mechanical theories and principles
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Knowledge of mechanics of equipment
• Knowledge of packaging and processing equipment operation
• Skill in developing and delivering effective presentations
• Strong computer skills in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access
• Ability to direct, plan, organize, assign, review and evaluate the work of subordinates
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to calculate financial figures and equipment performance
• Ability to interpret and adhere to union contract
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including preparing and presenting information

Requirements: 

• AA/AS in Industrial Management, Manufacturing, Engineering or related degree
• BA/BS degree preferred
•  5 years packaging and processing equipment maintenance management experience
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical test meters and reading schematics and electrical drawings and diagrams
• Nondurable goods manufacturing experience preferred

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing environment.