Job Title: Operations Manager

Location: Kansas City, KS

Salary: $130k-170k

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing operations and drive excellence across all facets of our business.

Job Description:
The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day manufacturing operations of our foundry and steel casting facility in Kansas City, KS. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in optimizing processes, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple departments and shifts within the manufacturing facility, ensuring seamless coordination and collaboration.
• Develop and implement operations metrics to measure performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively to meet financial targets and objectives.
• Utilize expertise in foundry, casting, and steel industry operations to enhance processes and workflows.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles such as JIT, Kanban, and Lean to improve inventory turns and reduce waste.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and improve inventory turns through strategic planning approaches.
• Motivate and develop a positive attitude among coworkers and colleagues on the shop floor.
• Make high-impact decisions in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong change management skills.
• Utilize advanced spreadsheet tools, word-processing, and manufacturing-control software applications.
• Maintain schedules and respond to customer needs promptly and efficiently.
• Pursue professional training and certifications such as Green Belt, Black Belt, or Lean, as well as advanced education opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of Manufacturing Operations Leadership experience, leading multiple departments or shifts.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing operations metrics to drive results.
• Experience with budget management and development.
• Previous experience in foundry, casting, or steel industry operations.
• Demonstrated ability to drive cost-saving initiatives, improve inventory turns, and implement planning approaches.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate coworkers and colleagues.
• Skilled in advanced spreadsheet tools, word-processing, and manufacturing-control software applications.
• Ability to make high-impact decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong change management skills.
• Motivated to maintain schedules and respond to customer needs promptly.
• Professional training/certifications such as Green Belt, Black Belt, or Lean are a plus.
• Advanced education is also a plus.

How to Apply:
If you are a highly motivated and experienced Operations Manager with a passion for driving operational excellence in the foundry and steel casting industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.