Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Location: Wichita, KS, US, 67210 Business Unit: Power & Data Systems

The Operations Manager is responsible for meeting production goals, implementing process improvement activities & sophisticated Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma techniques to maximize profits, quality and on-time delivery within our Repair Center and New Production Line. This position reports directly to the PDS Director of Operations.

Directly supervise production employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating employee performance and setting development goals; coaching employees; rewarding and disciplining employees; setting and adjusting employee pay; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Ensures production requirements are met; work with subordinate supervisors to address problems. Synchronizes labor to complete as much work as possible within timeframes. Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays. Maintains time and production records; records and tracks employee attendance. Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations. Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or employees. Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists employees in solving work problems. Initiates or suggests plans to motivate employees to achieve work goals. Recommends suggestions to improve the quality of product being produced. Participate in regular staff meetings. Ensure requirements of customers are met, reducing costs and ensuring on-time delivery. Establish metrics to improve efficiency, effectiveness and communication, moving organization toward operational excellence.

BA or BS degree required: Business, Engineering or related field Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs. 7-10 years' proven experience plus industry-related progressive manufacturing experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience Need a high level of people skills w/ demonstrated successful leadership as the driving force in successful organizational changes Proven success working with computerized Operating System Having utilized education and experience making operational changes using advanced Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools Proactive and positive team player with excellent analytical problem-solving skills Ability to interact in a positive and professional manner and to develop and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, customers, co-workers, employees and management; the ability to respond promptly to needs and requests for service and assistance; and ability to meet commitments Strong attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of customers, company proprietary, and employee information Ability to make good decisions, including exhibiting sound and accurate judgment; supporting and explaining reasoning for decisions; including the appropriate people in decision-making process; making timely decisions; and identifying when issues should be referred to senior management Exhibits dependability, including following instructions; responding to management direction; and taking responsibility for own actions Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed; performs work independently without being prompted Ability to prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; and work within deadlines Delegates work assignments effectively, including matching the responsibility to the person, giving authority to work independently, setting expectations, monitoring delegated activities, and providing recognition for results Ability to manage employees; includes staff in planning and decision-making; takes responsibility for employees' activities; makes self-available to employees; provides regular performance feedback; improves processes Supervisor of up to 40 direct labor hourly employees