Operations Manager

Job Summary Provide leadership and direction to insure the continual, efficient, and uniform operation of warehouse which will meet or exceed customer expectations in a safe and orderly manner. Enforce existing or develop and implement new plans coordinated with branch and corporate management to increase the reliability and continually improve the quality and efficiencies of the products and services provided by the business, while ensuring that policies, procedures, and standards are in conformance with company goals. Responsibilities Ensure that all functional areas of the company work within a culture of continual improvement in support of corporate 6S and Lean initiatives. Execute and enforce plans and procedures to insure the safety of all employees and visitors at our facilities. Ensure operations and equipment is in compliance to corporate guidelines and OSHA Standards. Ensure that preventive and corrective action methods are followed to eliminate or correct procedures and practices which do not meet customer requirements. Correct/clarify incorrect operational procedures. Communicate and monitor progress towards company safety, returns and allowances, and on time shipment and 6S/Lean directives. Evaluate and recommend new equipment purchases to enhance quality, capabilities and productivity. Manage maintenance of equipment to provide maximum availability and minimum down time. Work with the Plant Manager or Department Leader to establish goals, assess competency and direct operational output. Hire, train, motivate, and discipline warehouse employees if requested or as required. Purchase or direct the purchase of necessary warehouse supplies to ensure the ability to comply with written work instructions and customer requirements. Frequent communication with Plant Managers and/or site Operations Representatives. Travel/visit to each site as required. Assist with customer problems, including on site visits where necessary. Attend regional and corporate meetings when required. Perform employee reviews as required or requested. Other operational duties as requested by Plant Manager. This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery. Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies. Qualifications 4 year degree (Business or Engineering discipline) / working towards or equivalent work/life experience. Demonstrated experience and/or training in labor relations, safety programs, ISO standards, Lean practices and sale functions. Training in leadership skills, team building, motivation, strategic planning, finance and time management. PC literacy including competency with standard office automation and productivity software. Communication and Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with all levels of our organization. Benefits Overview Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Disability Voluntary Wellness Programs 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Tuition Reimbursement And more! Equal Opportunity Employer, Including People With Disabilities And Veterans Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Company Overview With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop – from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials – and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. #J-18808-Ljbffr