Operation Management Shift Leader

Job Description Summary

Perform the daily operations of plants to ensure reliability and consistency on the production line. Includes Service Shops. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Manage an operation, business, unit, or part of a production facility in order to reach defined targets in quality, cost, delivery and safety. Ensure continuous business improvement according to benchmarks and standards. Team management of salaried employees. This does not include production supervisors who oversee hourly employees. A job at this level requires a people leader with ability to hire and develop talent.

Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development. Utilizes in‑depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy. Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market. Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles.

Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive s as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.

Demonstrated advanced experience in Manufacturing and Operations Management. Educational background equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or a high school diploma combined with significant relevant experience. Proven supervisory or leadership experience. Experience working in cross‑functional environments and collaborating across multiple departments. Solid understanding of critical Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) processes and standards. Strong oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project‑management skills.

Relocation Assistance Provided:
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