Operations Manager

The Operations Manager oversees all production, supply chain, operations projects and continuous improvement results to ensure efficient and profitable manufacturing operations. Will prepare and control departmental budgets, provide leadership in safety, housekeeping, quality and improving cost reduction. Contributes to the accuracy and effectiveness of the planning and goal setting process by developing, recommending, implementing and achieving operational plans, goals, budgets, and capital requirements. This position will also help develop floor supervision, promote positive employee relations and provide communication feedback to all levels of the organization.

The Operations Manager is responsible for mentoring and coaching personnel, direct supervision of departments noted above, and coordinating the activities to achieve site objectives. Working in conjunction with cross functional site partners, the Operations Manager ensures on-time delivery of high-quality products, that are produced in a safe and efficient manner while maximizing capacity with minimum cost.

As part of the site leadership team, this position will be responsible for directing Production, Supply Chain Leaders, coordinating between departments, implementing strategy and making the link to the functional management. Additionally, ensuring compliance to programs, policies and procedures as well as company and governmental standards. The Operations Manager will also manage the Production & Supply Chain teams to enhance true collaboration and achieve 100% positive customer experience.

• Lead Project Management/Continuous Improvement teams through systematic cost improvements and implementation of state-of-the-art processes and systems consistent with Saint-Gobain Operational Excellence program and WCM Methodologies.
• Work with stakeholders, internal and external customers on a daily basis and interfaces with such teams to meet customer needs and priorities. Responsible for interviewing and assists hiring.
• Responsible for performance management, team member development as well as continual learning for assigned team. Monitors individual performance levels, and writes and conducts employee performance evaluations. Responsible for coordinating staff availability.
• Works independently and holds employees accountable for following procedures and achieving results. Ensures equipment is kept in safe working condition. Enforces all safety procedures and policies. Responsible monitor output, productivity, waste, downtime, and business process effectiveness. On a daily basis, researches, reconciles and dispositions gaps between targets and actual results.
• Audits areas to ensure processes and procedures are being followed in safety, cleanliness, process and methodologies. Implements concepts, techniques and processes, providing continuous performance improvement. Upholds the highest standard of excellence. All other duties as assigned by Plant Manager.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance or related area of study required; MBA or MS preferred
• 6+ years' experience in a management role in a manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years progressive experience in a manufacturing and operational environment.
• Demonstrated experience in developing teams and individual employees.
• Must be a team player. Self-starter and meet commitments & deadlines with limited direct supervision.
• Safe and quality work ethic. Understand SOP's that relate to department activities.
• Must have knowledge of materials and inventory control practices, production scheduling in a manufacturing environment. Experience in an ISO environment and with problem solving tools such as "5 Whys", Lean, Six Sigma, programs.
• Good analytical problem solving skills.
• Proficient in use of computers and spreadsheet software with experience with business systems (i.e. QAD, Kronos, Microsoft Office), and other computer hardware and software.
• Must have ability to manage performance, leadership skills, initiative, strong organizational and decision-making skills, team building/motivating skills, and a high degree of customer orientations.
• Six Sigma Certification or WCM Green Belt Certification preferred

Omniseal Solutions is a global engineering leader with over 65 years of historical legacy, relentlessly dedicated to the design and manufacture of precision sealing and material solutions that protect critical applications in the most demanding environments and passionately driven to push Beyond the Boundaries of Possible

Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world, moving us forward, making meaningful connections, and inspiring us to go beyond the impossible. Within Mobility, our teams design and engineer critical, high-performance materials and proven solutions - most in challenging conditions and core systems that play an important part of our daily lives - as we drive to work or with family, fly on an airplane to explore the world, process samples for medical research, build a better rocket to go as far as we can in outer space; and dive deep under the sea to power our world. We are driven to collaborate with our customers and communities to improve and engineer the world of tomorrow!

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

Join Us at Saint-Gobain Mobility. Together, we'll achieve the impossible!

Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position, which is $99,900 to $154,800 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 13% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $112,800 to $174,900. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.