Job Description

Description

Operations Manager

CentroMotion | Carlisle Brake & Friction 

Medina, OH

Welcome to CentroMotion, a global leader in manufacturing friction products, information and control devices, mechanical power transmission products, and thermal and motion controls. Our solutions are used in transportation, agriculture, construction, mining and industrial environments, and are designed to meet the unique needs of OEMs and aftermarket networks.

At CentroMotion, we pride ourselves on deep subject matter expertise, long-term partnerships, and a drive for innovation and continuous improvement to help our customers achieve their goals. Our brands, including Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer and Weasler Engineering, are recognized for their quality and reliability. 

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to helping build, move and feed the world.

Your Role: The Operations Manager leads site Operations Team members, managing the creation and implementation of operational strategies (Safety, Quality, Production, Logistics, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering) aligned to the company’s strategy for the Medina, Ohio site.

What You'll Be Doing: 

• Drive continuous improvement processes by utilizing World Class / Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve key process indicators, (KPI, safety, quality, delivery, conversion cost) while reducing costs in manufacturing / assembly areas.
• Coach, lead and develop site operations leader(s) and their staff to identify, understand and implement lean      manufacturing best practices to achieve World Class levels of performance. 
• Identify and realize cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities, as well as advanced process improvements, for both fixed and variable costs
• Effective decision making related to the utilization of resources, management of investment plans (CAPEX) and      optimization of manufacturing footprint to achieve business objectives.
• Maintain and nurture effective working relationships / communications with key support functions including Engineering, Finance, Sales, and Supply Chain (as applicable) to improve operations and ensure effective support of the manufacturing processes to achieve business objectives.
• Develop world-class operational standards for measuring and communicating visual metrics related to Safety, Quality,      Delivery, Cost, Inventory, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

 What You Need to Succeed: 

• Minimum of 10 years of proven success in managing plant operations in a world-class manufacturing organization
• Academic Degree is required, with an emphasis on Operations, Business Management or Engineering
• Experience managing a team of operations professionals and building capabilities in a decentralized organizational      structure
• Ability to roll up sleeves and dig into the details including footprint plans, scenario development, and face-to-face      negotiations
• Experience managing diverse cultures
• Lean Six Sigma certifications
• Experience with high performing SIOP processes, especially materials planning, and plant scheduling
• Experience with customers and purchasing

What Will Set You Apart: 

• Master’s Degree
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;  Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets stretch goals and objectives for the team
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to      best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to      others’ ideas and tries new things. Maintains confidentiality of all payroll, medical, benefit and employee related information.
• Provide leadership in safety and foster a strong safety culture and safe working environment, ensure compliance with the company's EH&S programs, and proactively address safety issues. Ensure true root-cause analysis and follow through on corrective actions.
• Knowledge of Assembly Processes, Cell Manufacturing, Logistics & Warehousing, Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement and Cost Savings.
• Expertise in lean leadership and hands-on implementation of lean techniques with proven results in a manufacturing      environment. 
• Business acumen to develop effective business strategies, and successfully address people/organizational      issues/opportunities to improve organizational performance.
• Demonstrated skill of building processes and teams in an environment that nurtures and embraces innovation.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills - both oral and written. Ability to effectively connect telephonically, electronically and face-to-face with varying audiences.
• Drive quality systems and processes to support continuous improvement and compliance with quality system      requirements; ensure appropriate training, process support, and  compliance, to achieve the quality objectives.
• Develop benchmarks and metrics including a standard scorecard to set baseline standards, and review for improvement      opportunities.
• Create budget proposals, recommending  budget changes, as needed 
• Understand competitive trends in key geographic markets for manufacturing technologies and ensure the best      competitive solutions.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week. 
• Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA. 
• Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance. 
• Voluntary Insurance: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.  critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance. 
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one. 
• Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your      education. 
• Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical. 
• Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points. 
• Safe Work Environment:   Work in a clean and safe environment.  
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and      New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one. 
• Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family. 

Ready to Join Us? If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and let’s build something amazing together. 

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity We value people as individuals with different backgrounds and believe that having a variety of perspectives is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe to share their ideas and concerns without fear of negative consequences. By valuing differences, we create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Notification to Agencies: CentroMotion and its affiliated companies (Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer, and Weasler Engineering) do not accept resume submissions from agencies outside of existing agreements. Please do not send resumes to CentroMotion employees. CentroMotion is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resume submissions.