Director of Operations
EFP, LLC., Claremore, OK, United States
The Director of Operations directs the complete manufacturing process at the facility while leading a continuous improvement culture in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale.
The Nuts and Bolts
Maintain a safe and environmentally sound work environment
Ensure all regulations, laws, and policies are followed
Drive continuous improvement efforts to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale goals measured through approved KPI’s
Lead the development of action plans to ensure KPI and CI goals are met
Create and sustain a visual workplace including, but not limited to, team improvement boards, value stream board, day by hour and scheduling boards
Always be working to a future state to include process, material and information flows
Model the use of Leader Standard Work (LSW) and ensure the implementation of LSW throughout the Standard Value Stream
Engage, train and coach employees on required skills to be successful in meeting customer and financial goals
Complete employee reviews, development plans, coaching sessions, etc., in an effective and timely manner to continue to raise the performance of individuals in the Standard Value Stream
Create a culture of engaged employees focused on improving and growing the business
Manage and direct all operations activities to build and ship standard body orders
Work with other organizational leaders to ensure all related functions provide the necessary support to generate success.
Maintain communication with Sales personnel to ensure customer needs are understood and delivered
Understand customer and market trends, requirements, and preferences to ensure designs, lead times and product quality meet industry expectations
Track operational and financial metrics to ensure design and production processes achieve established goals
Ensure company-wide programs, initiatives, policies and procedures are implemented and maintained and that required expectations are met
Required Credentials
A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Business, Engineering) is preferred
Ten plus (10+) years of related job experience is required; preferably in the truck equipment, up-fit or automotive industries
Experience implementing LEAN principles in a manufacturing environment
Strong process improvement skills are required, specifically Lean tools
How We Make an Impact At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As
the world’s largest upfitter of work trucks , we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and
come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tools Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.
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The Nuts and Bolts
Maintain a safe and environmentally sound work environment
Ensure all regulations, laws, and policies are followed
Drive continuous improvement efforts to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale goals measured through approved KPI’s
Lead the development of action plans to ensure KPI and CI goals are met
Create and sustain a visual workplace including, but not limited to, team improvement boards, value stream board, day by hour and scheduling boards
Always be working to a future state to include process, material and information flows
Model the use of Leader Standard Work (LSW) and ensure the implementation of LSW throughout the Standard Value Stream
Engage, train and coach employees on required skills to be successful in meeting customer and financial goals
Complete employee reviews, development plans, coaching sessions, etc., in an effective and timely manner to continue to raise the performance of individuals in the Standard Value Stream
Create a culture of engaged employees focused on improving and growing the business
Manage and direct all operations activities to build and ship standard body orders
Work with other organizational leaders to ensure all related functions provide the necessary support to generate success.
Maintain communication with Sales personnel to ensure customer needs are understood and delivered
Understand customer and market trends, requirements, and preferences to ensure designs, lead times and product quality meet industry expectations
Track operational and financial metrics to ensure design and production processes achieve established goals
Ensure company-wide programs, initiatives, policies and procedures are implemented and maintained and that required expectations are met
Required Credentials
A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Business, Engineering) is preferred
Ten plus (10+) years of related job experience is required; preferably in the truck equipment, up-fit or automotive industries
Experience implementing LEAN principles in a manufacturing environment
Strong process improvement skills are required, specifically Lean tools
How We Make an Impact At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As
the world’s largest upfitter of work trucks , we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and
come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tools Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.
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