Operations Manager

Valmont Manufacturing SupervisorWe're Here to Move the World Forward.Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward?A Brief Summary of This Position:The position supervises the profitable and safe operation of the manufacturing function in a growth environment. This is accomplished through employee motivation, plant scheduling and machine loading, proper maintenance and care of equipment, assuring a quality product, maintaining good management/employee relations, recommending new equipment and capital assets and controlling plant costs.The range for this position is $104,900 to $131,100 depending on education and experience.Essential Functions:Satisfy customers through quality products and on time deliveriesObtain a high level of plant productivity through continuous improvementEnsure an effective maintenance program and personnelDirects plant supervision in quality level necessary to minimize rejects, reworks, and field problemsKeep abreast of new manufacturing technology and equipmentDirect and advise an on-going safety program to minimize frequency and severity of accidentsMaintains a secure plant with a minimal loss of tools and inventoryImplement and maintain an effective MRO storeroomEvaluate man-hour requirements in unusual and large jobs to assist sales forceReviews reports to analyze department and employee performance levelsMaintain good employee relationsDemonstrates a commitment to the Valmont Safety Mission Statement and Corporate Safety's Critical Successes Factors processParticipates in the development and implementation of the annual Site SBO Plan, completes those tasks assigned to this position and provides necessary support and resources to have 100% of the Plan completedWork with Accounting and PC to attain the financial goals set by upper managementResponsible in dealing with employee issues in partnership with Human ResourcesThis position also requires some travel and association with other Valmont facilitiesRequired Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):3-5 years of experience as a supervisor in a metal fabrication environment that exhibits the candidate's skills and capabilities to meet the principle accountabilities of the positionHigh School Diploma or GED equivalentCollege Degree or equivalent work experienceExcellent communication skillsStrong organizational skillsKnowledge of IFS or MRP/ERP Systems and good computer skillsAbility to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environmentStrong leadership skillsExtensive knowledge of Manufacturing processesStrong Microsoft Excel skillsLean Daily Management, Managing for Daily Improvement, SQDC Board/Hour by Hour (Performance Board) ExperienceLean Kaizen/Operation Excellence/Continuous Improvement Shop Floor ExperienceExperience with kitting operationsHighly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:2+ years of experience managing multiple shiftsBachelors of Science Degree in Business/Management or related fieldFormal Lean Certification and ability to teach and lead shop floor change initiatives with a cross functional teamWorking Environment and Physical Efforts:Work is performed in a factory setting, with most of the time being spent moving around different areas of manufacturing and shipping areas. The incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, fire, smoke, unstable debris and confined spaces. Environment is fast-paced and demanding most of the time. This position will require long days to support the Manufacturing initiative for a three shift, seven day a week operation.The employee is frequently required to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrist rests. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds in working with large files, binders, computer equipment and shop equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.Benefits:Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)401k retirement plan with company matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leaveWork Life SupportTuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearVoluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email View email address on click.appcast.io.