Manager, Operations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES/RESPONSIBLITIES Primary accountabilities include, but are not limited to the following: Direct, lead, and execute the long- and short-term strategy to ensure sustainable results that meet or exceed financial and operational targets.
Collaborate with the Production Planning and Materials departments to establish production priorities and plans.
Lead team to meet attainment schedule, on-time shipment, and inventory dollar goals.
Work closely with the operational excellence team to implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Prepare capital and operating budgets and allocate resources to meet department and company needs.
Manage the daily manufacturing operations across multiple departments.
Identify/prioritize/provide resources to assist the Plant Manager to meet the annual operating plan and budgetary commitments.
Emphasize training and implement control systems on multiple shifts to eliminate product discrepancies.
Commit to employee feedback and developmental processes.
Support and emphasize the Safety and Quality commitments of the plant.
Build and maintain credibility in professional relationships with superiors, colleagues, and subordinates.
Monitor, identify and develop skill gaps to ensure leaders and employees within manufacturing are ready for the next phase of Mueller’s development.
Work to create/maintain a positive culture based on company and Cleveland Values Work to engage employees and ensure high performance.
Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues up to, and including, suspensions and terminations.
Build and develop improved operations, processes, and procedures to support the Company strategic direction.
Facilitate a high level of employee participation on teams and in events to foster high involvement, accountability, and results.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Leadership competencies that inspire the trust and respect of the team while driving productivity improvements.
Strong problem-solving / critical thinking skills: ability to quickly ascertain a situation and be decisive in solving problems.
Ability to understand profit & loss statements and cost variances for the plant.
Proven ability to plan and execute strategic initiatives to meet plant goals.
Conflict resolution skills.
Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills.
Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
Emotional intelligence.
Exceptional change management skills; very adaptable.
Forward thinking.
Prior experience in successfully leading supervisory level employees.
Coach and develop direct report leaders to be exceptional leaders of people.
Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, and Teams skills.
Strong interpersonal / people relations skills.
Strong multi-tasking skills.
Must be able to interact with all levels of leadership and hourly team members in a professional and confidential manner.
Must be an independent thinker and willing to take action when needed.
Ability to persuade and influence others in a positive manner.
Focus on continuous improvement of process, efficiency, and people development & engagement.
A keen sense of urgency.
Proven strategic and tactical abilities.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS LEAN Six Sigma implementation.
Strong prior experience of identifying and closing skill gaps of direct reports.
Working in manual and automated manufacturing roles.
Working knowledge of manufacturing support functions, including maintenance, manufacturing engineering, and process engineering.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field of work or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
7+ years progressive work-related experience with demonstrated proficiency in the discipline/technology/process related to the position as well as 5+ years managing people directly.
Strong experience in the successful implementation of LEAN Six Sigma.
Experienced at developing supervisors with little leadership experience.
Experience in looking at ways to further automated processes with continued improvement and efficiency in mind.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
Must be able to sit and stand in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to walk around in an industrial plant safety sensitive environment on an ongoing daily basis.
Must have good manual dexterity (use of hands and fingers) to use a computer, copier, fax, phone, and multiple pieces of industrial equipment.
Occasionally ascend or descend stairs.
The person in this position must be able to manage a team, communicate with leadership, and other departments daily, so the ability to speak & communicate clearly and accurately is essential.
Position requires the ability to hear and see as this person will be on the plant floor in safety sensitive areas daily.
Must be able to work in both a plant (loud noises, cold/hot environment, machinery running) and office environment.
Must be able to function in a high-pressure production type environment.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Less than 10% required.
Mueller is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We encourage anyone with the required skills to apply.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
This document does not limit management’s right to proscribe or restrict the tasks or duties that may be assigned or reassigned.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law.