Head of Operations Management (m/w/d)
Vital Chemicals
Operations Manager Job Description
Job Title: Operations Manager
Reports To: Plant Manager
Location: Bowling Green, OH
Position Summary
The Operations Manager leads all manufacturing related activities in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, ensuring operational excellence, quality compliance, and continuous improvement. This role drives Lean Manufacturing principles, advanced problem-solving, and embodies values Ownership Mindset, Integrity in Action, Communication, One Team, Continual Learning, Acting with Urgency, and Passion for Excellence, to deliver Organizational Excellence
Key Responsibilities
Champion Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, SMED, Value Stream Mapping).
Minimize product change overtime through Planning and scheduling.
Plan, organize, and manage Operation schedules to meet customer demand and delivery timelines.
Identify waste and inefficiencies in processes and implement cost-saving measures.
Implement Kaizen Events and conduct LPAs.
Drive measurable improvements in OEE, scrap reduction, and cycle time.
Direct and coordinate manufacturing operations across all shifts.
Foster a culture of Continual Learning & Improvement across all operational areas.
Direct and coordinate manufacturing operations across all shifts.
Ensure smooth shift-to-shift communication and standardized work practices.
Monitor KPIs such as throughput, scrap rate, and on-time delivery.
Monitor preventive and predictive maintenance programs and ensure spare parts availability.
Apply TPM principles to maximize uptime and reduce unplanned downtime.
Apply DFM and DOE principles to improve processes and validate changes.
Collaborate with overseas R&D for NPI and engineering changes.
Oversee material movement from receiving to shipping and maintain accurate inventory.
Maintain inventory between process to process and FGI safety stock.
Ensure adherence to ISO 9001:2015, EPA, OSHA, and NFPA standards.
Collaborate with Quality team to implement corrective actions and conduct audits.
Lead 8D problem-solving for root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Consolidate operational reports and present performance metrics.
Analyze operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations leadership.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM,
DFM, DOE, NPI
, and 8D problem-solving. - Familiarity with ERP systems and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Willingness to work overtime and flexible hours to support 24/7 operations.
Core Competencies & Manufacturing Skills
Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Quality Systems & Audits (ISO 9001:2015)
Regulatory Compliance (EPA, OSHA, NFPA)
DFM, DOE, NPI
Advanced Manufacturing Processes (CNC, assembly, automation)
Process Engineering & PFMEA
Root Cause Analysis (8D, Fishbone, 5-Why)
Production Planning & Scheduling
Inventory Control (Direct & Spare Parts)
ERP/MRP Systems
Team Leadership & Development
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