Operations Manager

Durant, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2024

Job Description:

  • Management and motivation of supervisors and warehouse staff through effective and efficient leadership 
  • Support the development of direct reports by identifying training opportunities and setting performance expectations
  • Work with Operations Supervisors to adjust and schedule staff according to production needs while being mindful of the financial impact of labor cost
  • Use effective personnel management skills to resolve employee complaints in a prompt, ethical, and fair manner
  • Use a high level of customer service and coordinate with multiple departments to ensure customer satisfaction and on-time delivery
  • Promote and demonstrate a safe work environment by following and supporting all internal safety procedures, compliance with OSHA/EPA regulations, and investigating and reporting all incidents of safety violations or injuries
  • Identify potential problems and implement solutions using collaboration and team-work skills
  • Manage the logistics plan of the facility, including company trucks and common carriers
  • Utilize reporting and production metrics in establishment of best practices and benchmarking
  • Implement and support continuous productivity improvements using LEAN methodologies
  • Oversee maintenance of the facility, grounds, and equipment
  • Use internal systems to manage the scheduling of material flow through the facility
  • Assist in the development of annual budget, capital expenditure plan, and forecast
  • Manage operational expenses to provide lowest cost solutions
  • Remains available to respond to any crisis, i.e., alarm system activated, injured personnel, or machinery breakdown/malfunction

Education and Experience: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Operations or Warehouse Manager or preferred
  • At least 5 years of management experience in the metals distribution industry required

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