Operations Manager

Position

Operations Manager

Laredo, TX - US

PHINIA is currently looking for a “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as an Operations Manager in our Laredo distribution center location.

• Continually enforce and improve policies and procedures throughout the facility.
• Ensure smooth and accurate operation of the facility to eliminate/reduce discrepancies by recognizing weak areas and introducing solutions to strengthen those areas.
• Provide hands on leadership to site supervisors in developing and implementing programs such as:
  Safety, CPI, 5S, Lean, and other programs to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery and Continuous improvement of the operation.
• Maintain a reporting system on the performance of all functional areas to be available to customers.
• Develop in coordination with the customer, a detailed site business plan, and ensure that all items in it get measured and accomplished every week.
• Provide hands‑on support to those areas out of compliance to establish a quick and reliable resolution.
• Participate in Business reviews as established in coordination with the customer.
• Proven leadership and people development capability. Trained in conflict management and business negotiation processes.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Knowledge of general business software and aptitude to learn new applications; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; proficiency in SAP.

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree.
• At least 10 years of Distribution Center experience (automotive LD/Heavy Duty).
• Corrective action experience.
• 5S lean experience.
• Special and transition project execution experience.
• Forecasting experience.
• Safety oriented.
• 100% Bilingual.
• SAP experience.
• C-TPAT experience.

Looking for responsible and reliable employees. Must be a team player with a good attitude and practice safety.

We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels within our organization. Our compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs, and we are committed to providing equitable and competitive compensation. We are committed to providing our team with quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well‑being resources, family‑centric policies, and an agile workplace program.

PHINIA does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.