Operations Manager - Ogden, UT

Operations Manager, Ogden Utah

Since 1985, the Western Coating Ogden location has been the industry source for Epoxy-Coated Rebar throughout the west. WCI delivers the highest quality coated reinforced bar that protects concrete structures for generations. From our strategic location in Ogden, we serve the markets of Utah, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, California. In 1998, Farwest Steel Corporation acquired Western Coating, Inc. Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956.

We have over 650 employees in 7 Western States. As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision:
To be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, company paid Life Insurance & STD, and 401K with 3.5% Match. We offer full benefits with options to suit everyone. Bonus based on net income, tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities. Compensation will be based on knowledge, skills, and ability.

Western Coating's Operations department seeks a knowledgeable and dependable individual to join their team as Operations Manager I. In this role, you will provide leadership and guidance to the overall safety and operation of all warehouse activities, inventory management, and machinery maintenance.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Recognition, knowledge and understanding of various coating specifications, steel grades, material properties specific to Western Coating product line.
• Management of all facility production operations including raw material receiving, warehousing, & delivery.
• Coordinating logistics including company owned tractors, trailers and any third-party haulage.
• Collaboration with Sales to achieve efficient production levels.
• Training, Development and Coaching of production employees.
• Applying Lean principles through continuous improvement.
• Promoting and facilitating timely communication with internal and external customers and between shop fabrication, field placing, detailing, and project coordination.
• Ensuring safe work practices are implemented and observed by all employees and/or non-employees at all times while inside the production premises.

Job Type: Full Time, Onsite

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 4:00PM