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Operations Manager (Los Angeles)

PSG, a Dover company, North Hollywood, CA, United States


Summary:

Reporting to the General Manager, the Operations Manager is a hands-on role, responsible for development and implementation of all operations for the Cryo-Mach business. The Operations Manager will have direct responsibility for establishing safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, procurement and lean objectives. The Operation Manager will lead and supervise a team of hourly staff.
Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, operations management, or a related field is required.
Experience:

Minimum of 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or other operational leadership role.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proven background in the application of lean production and methodologies, quality and ISO 9001 processes, inventory control, procurement procedures and techniques, EHS and logistics.
Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to develop long-term strategic plans and follow-up action plan to execute on these deliverables.
Embody the Company’s ethics and values; maintain the highest corporate governance principles Proven leader with ability to motivate teams and drive accountability.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Systems experience with Microsoft office and Oracle ERP are strongly preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of PSG business – specifically, support better management reporting, information flow and management, annual budgeting and planning process for operations annual budget.
Establishes operations standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, complete on-time delivery and performance metrics.
Provide support and leadership by:
Supporting sales & operations planning (S&OP) process, and planning manufacturing capacity accordingly to ensure on time and efficient delivery.
Identifying and responding to trends in the marketplace, anticipating and applying strategies to be ahead of the cost and quality curve.
Overseeing the negotiation, implementation, and administration of contracts with key suppliers by the PSG Delegation of Authority (DOA).
Travel:

Limited travel required