Operations Manager

Alamo Group offers competitive pay and a wide range of employee benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company Match
• Profit-Sharing
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Training and Development Programs
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement and Dependent Scholarship Programs
• And much more!

Join the Alamo Group Snow & Ice Team in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin!

The Operations Manager is responsible for executing and delivering the operations and financial plan of the branch location. As a hands-on operational leader, the Operations Manager ensures efficient daily execution, optimizes resource allocation, and drives business effectiveness and growth.


With strong technical and managerial skills, the operations leader implements and manages a robust structure, manages financial performance, and leads operations toward 3 main goals: safety, quality and operational performance.

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Operations management

• Closely collaborate with all Snow group resources (Sales, Engineering, Master planning, HR, Logistic, Finance)
• Manage local ops schedule and performance for all activities, including Shipping/Receiving, inventory management,
• Establish and monitor KPIs, set the monthly revenue forecast,
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance with Snow-Group and customers' standards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen technical performance and operational output and customer trust.

1. Financial, Business & Facility Management

• Manage the plant budget with full accountability for costs and budget variances.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs, identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
• Contribute to strategic planning for the branch's long-term development.
• Oversee facility operations, ensuring compliance with H&S regulations, security, and maintenance.
• Optimize use of the facility to support upfitting but also service and parts activities.
• Plan and supervise investments or site upgrades to maximize efficiency, safety, and growth potential.

1. People Management & Leadership

• Lead, coach, empower, and develop a multidisciplinary team
• Recruit, onboard, and retain talent aligned with the branch's growth objectives.
• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance objectives.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

• Strong planning and project management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Knowledge and understanding of production control and scheduling with regards to workforce requirements and production schedules.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques such as 5S, Continuous Flow, Kanban required.
• Demonstrate the ability to drive for improvement of business goals and objectives through effective use of programs, tools, and resources.
• Experienced and familiarity with the review and analysis of income statements and balance sheet information.
• Highly skilled and proficient use of technology, including standard office software [Word, Excel, PowerPoint] and ERP systems, i.e. JD Edwards, and CRM.
• Able to think critically and identify solutions to problems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to communicate at various levels within the organization.
• Excellent leadership skills, ability to solve problems, persuade, and motivate others.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills required.
• Must be able to work extended hours, including weekends. Travel may be required.

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree required, with emphasis in Industrial Engineering, Business Management and/or related areas. Master's degree is preferred.
2. Minimum 7-10 years in an operational leadership role.
3. Previous experience working with heavy road equipment is a plus.
4. Track record of successfully leading teams and delivering results.