Head of Operations Management (m/w/d)

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders.

The Director, Operations is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing process. This role will develop and implement strategies that optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of the manufacturing operations to ensure the delivery of high-quality products on time and within budget.

Develop and implement operational strategies that improve the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of the manufacturing operations for cryogenic pumps

Ensure that manufacturing operations comply with all relevant safety and environmental regulations

Develop and manage the annual manufacturing budget and monitor and control expenses to ensure that they remain within budgetary constraints

Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality while reducing product cost and increase margins

Manage and develop a large team of manufacturing professionals, providing coaching and mentoring to enable them to reach their full potential

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and sales, to ensure that products meet customer requirements

Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and outsourced manufacturing partners

Develop and implement consistent processes and best practice strategies, policies, procedures, and goals

Work cross-functionally with product manager, product development, engineering and project management teams to ensure company goals are met and the necessary support to deliver on time is provided

Lead the effort in identification, recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, and ongoing engagement of high-performance team members

Monitor and analyze key performance indicators for manufacturing such as safety, quality, delivery, cost, cash and, people

Address escalated customer issues with speed and urgency, orchestrating resources across the company as appropriate

Identify and remove obstacles to delivering products consistently on time with the right quality

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Management, or related field or equivalent work experience

Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, preferably in the rotating equipment industry

Experience managing budgets and controlling expenses for operations

Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and environmental and safety regulations

Strong knowledge of quality control systems and procedures

Hands-on experience working with global manufacturing operations

Broad knowledge of multi-functional and multi-site teams working in a global environment

Project Planning / Project Management experience is preferred

Ability to communicate effectively with senior management

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Progressive experience in roles leading manufacturing operations

High adaptability and flexibility, including the ability to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity, and change

Able to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Reports to Director, Operations and manages and develops a team of manufacturing professionals, providing coaching and mentoring to enable them to reach their full potential.

This job operates in both a professional office environment and a manufacturing/production environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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