Manufacturing Operations Manager I

2300 Vierling Drive West, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

 

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

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Position Summary
Manage a team of frontline leaders in Oatey manufacturing to meet customer requirements, achieve cost targets, a focus on product quality and attention to associate safety. Plan and execute manufacturing strategy as it relates to production capacity, creating a culture of continuous improvement, engagement, and growth.

Position Responsibilities

• Ensure that manufacturing and distribution functions are performed in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner consistent with established corporate and site requirements.
• Actively lead and promote site safety program.  Ensure production associates are meeting metrics related to Behavior Safety Observations, Near Misses, and Corrective Actions. 
• Ensure production staff are properly trained in safety procedures, to include 6S, and follow all safety policies as directed by the site EHSS Manager.
• Coordinate with site leadership to develop and execute staffing and equipment plans to meet production needs.  Metrics include level load adherence, attainment, efficiency, and overtime cost.
• Lead, direct and maintain a team of cross functional supervisors, team leads, mixers and production associates.
• Lead management of change process for new equipment, processes, and improvements.
• Implement and sustain safe processes to reduce cost and meet customer expectations in terms of quality and delivery.
• Assure a positive work environment by focusing on morale, associate relations, and consistent expectations and disciplinary processes.
• Develop and manage intentional training programs to ensure new hire integration and associate development.
• Champion and model the Lean Six Sigma philosophies.

Knowledge and Experience

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in a leadership role in manufacturing.
• In-depth interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to effectively work with a diverse population and facilitate conflict resolution with demonstrated trust and integrity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing best practices, lean techniques, six sigma and continuous improvement processes.
• Advanced PC computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated individual leadership skills including decisions making process, team building effectiveness, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen.
• Effective written / oral communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and generate results in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment via effective planning and organizational skills.

Education and Certification

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or technical curriculum or equivalent work experience, preferred.

Compensation Range for the Position:

$91,603.00 - $119,084.00 - $146,565.00 USD

Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance

• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation

• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents