Head of Operations & Business Management

The Lansing facility specializes in the forging and machining of hip and knee implants across our 3 campus. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match and paid time off. SHIFT
No Shift ($0) (United States of America)

The Supervisor, Operations is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations by providing direction and managing employees engaged in shop-floor processes or operations. They review production schedules, assign work, coordinate set-ups and ensure that materials are available to complete scheduled work. The Supervisor, Operations reports directly to the Manager, Operations for the area.
Lead and develop team members following the One Orchid global talent management approach to select, manage, and develop our best team. Ensure the growth of our positive business culture through behaviors that align with our core values and leadership competencies.
Provides direction to employees directly engaged in shop-floor processes or operations. Ensures that the process/area maintains operations by managing employee performance and absences. Reviews production schedules, assigns work, coordinates set-up and ensures that materials are available to complete scheduled work.
Supervises work activities and resourcing for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications under the guidance of the Manager of Operations.
Manages labor and resource requirements such as: materials, headcount, overtime needs, equipment, etc.
Recommends measures to improve production methods, worker performance, quality and delivery of product
Utilizes knowledge of continuous improvement concepts to improve plant efficiency and productivity. Reports department metrics and leads daily Gemba walks and lean daily management (LDM)
Keeps the Manager, Operations promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance.
Collaborates in the development and implementation of procedures and ensures compliance. Supports the development of compliance procedures.
Manages employee performance. Writes and delivers performance evaluations and development plans, utilizing feedback from Team Leads. Consults with others (such as Team Leads and Managers) regarding policies, procedures, specifications, and other customer & quality requirements, as needed.
Enforces the 6S policy and overall cleanliness of the facility.
Manages safety non-compliance in a timely manner. Works with team leads to adhere to safety policies and procedures and the safe operation of all processes and equipment.
Participates in planning and equipment maintenance and repairs to support production schedule. Working with maintenance, oversees and manages maintenance of all equipment. Keeps the Manager, Operations informed of and tracks machine breakdown reasons and works to prevent them.
Oversees the training of new employees on standard of work instructions and policies and procedures. Ensures required training is provided and validates effectiveness of training
Collaborates in the development and implementation of procedures and ensures compliance. Supports the development of compliance procedures.
Proactively leads activities to eliminate scrap and improves product quality through problem solving and investigation.
Achieves productivity targets consistently and actively pursues continuous improvement.
Oversees the operations of a large and/or complex area.
Leads safety by leading by example and complying with safe practices and ensuring employee compliance with safe practices. Manages non-compliance in a timely manner. Works with team leads to adhere to safety policies and procedures and the safe operation of all processes and equipment.
Support quality and compliance by adhering to all Quality Management Systems (QMS) documentation requirements and establishing/supporting plan(s) to meet/exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Quality that support Safety, Compliance, Six Sigma Quality, On-Time Delivery (OTD) and financial objectives.
Ensure team members have the required knowledge and skills prior to performing job duties independently, including conducting, documenting and evaluating training effectiveness.
Maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.

Bachelor (Preferred)

Coaching - Subject-Matter Expertise
Computer Knowledge - Extensive Experience
Data Entry - Working Experience
Information Capture - Working Experience
Managing Multiple Priorities - Extensive Experience
Manufacturing Regulatory Environment - Extensive Experience
Mathematical Ability - Working Experience
Performance Management and Development - Working Experience
Quality Management - Extensive Experience
Team Management and Team Building - Extensive Experience
Time management - Extensive Experience
Training - Extensive Experience
Visual Quality Assurance - Working Experience

Ability to help people live a longer, more active life
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