Operations Manager

Company Description

Summary:

For more than 150 years, Vulcan has been recognized by chefs and operators around the world as the best-in-class supplier for premier, energy-efficient foodservice equipment. Trusted for durable design, precision performance and state-of-the-art innovation, professionals rely on Vulcan equipment to produce spectacular culinary results each and every time. 

Function:

The Operations Manager provides leadership in both day-to-day activities as well as long-term aspects required to oversee all production functions for the Vulcan Ovens and Heated Holding business. This includes safety, production, process improvements, quality, and customer support activities. This role will oversee several elements of plant operations in the business unit, such as production coordination, materials management, manufacturing engineering, safety, warehouse/inventory, distribution, and logistics/supply chain. Direct reports for this position include production supervisors, buyers, and technical and engineering support.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow and execute ITW Enterprise Strategy, ITW Toolkit, Core Values, and Code of Conduct as a leader of the business.
• Continue improvements in safety culture and increase ownership of the safety program to the operator level.  Focus on improving tracking and correcting of hazards, near misses, and reducing overall hazard opportunities in the facility.
• Develop, implement, and oversee manufacturing plans and strategies including capacity planning regarding equipment, training, staffing, raw materials, packaging, systems, and general operations improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement, cost savings, and ITW Toolbox initiatives to ensure the plant operates at optimal effectiveness and efficiency.
• Manage all personnel issues within the department, including such functions as staffing, compensation, behavioral issues, termination, transfer, and promotions. Manage, coach, and develop talent.
• Identifies, communicates, and drives implementation of capital investments and improvement projects.
• Monitor, report, and initiate action on results of efficiencies, quality, safety, delivery, and costs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Hires and trains new employees.
• Organizes and oversees the schedules and work of assigned staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required.
• 7+ years of related experience in manufacturing with preference shown to candidates with demonstrated progressive management experience.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Leadership - Creates and effectively communicates a compelling vision for the business and aligns his/her team and senior management behind it.  Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Takes ownership:  Drives positive change and challenges the status quo. Addresses issues with courage. Leads and behaves from an “enterprise first” perspective.

Managing People - Strong coach/mentor that shares talent for their development. Hires, develops, and retains a diverse pipeline of great leadership talent. Assesses performance objectively and candidly; makes the tough calls when necessary inc