Operations Manager

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Operations Manager. The position will be based at our facility in Greenwood, SC (Puckett Ferry Rd). We are offering relocation assistance for candidates who reside within the U.S.The expected annual salary range for this role is $146000 - $215000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.What you’ll do:Responsible for managing and directing G2 assembly operations to produce and ship product representing $137M+ in annual sales with a focus on safety, quality, on time delivery, labor productivity, and continuous improvement.This person in this role will lead value stream managers and supervisors across two shifts who in total have ~200 hourly employees reporting to them. They will communicate, interact, and coordinate with employees in all functions across the business. This facility is experiencing significant growth over the next few years and will require effective strategy, communication, and change management skills to drive the culture required to execute to our targets.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:A. Manage and enforce safety standards, following all safety rules and procedures including PPE standards, addressing unsafe conditions, and investigating incidents or observations.B. Develop action plans and objectives from the operations profit plan for High 5 metrics, SIOP, and capex projects. Cascade objectives through entire work force.C. Support and drive Continuous Improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives to eliminate wasteD. Remain knowledgeable of required personnel-related policies and procedures of the company, monitor and correct employee actions or behavior to ensure adherence with required policies, procedures, systems, and rules.E. Serve as a role model for Eaton’s value, culture model, philosophies and code of ethics.F. Lead daily Tier 3 meetings, review daily goals, interrupters, and metrics. Escalate urgent needs as appropriate.G. Manage production capacity and manning strategy to support financial objectives.H. Facilitate problem-solving and corrective action for production issues.I. Monitor performance to objectives, implementing responsive tactical changes as required.J. Foster a relationship of teamwork throughout the operations of the plant.K. Identify and nurture talent.Qualifications:BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.Minimum ten (10) years’ work experience in a manufacturing environmentMinimum five (5) years as a leader of peopleEaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience operating in an engineering to order businessExperience with continuous improvement processes and practicesManning strategy / labor planning experienceUnderstanding of SIOP processSkills:POSITION CRITERIA:• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,).• Knowledge of safety standards and practices.• Predisposition towards action and empathy towards others.• Strong verbal and written communication skills.• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in fast-paced, change oriented environment.• Ability to drive improvements through influenceAll positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr