Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE 

Assists the General Manager in planning, organizing and directing the manufacturing operations with optimum cost-effectiveness, assuring the timely and safe production of quality pressure poured steel freight car and locomotive wheels to meet sales requirements. 
Responsible for direct reports) headcount. 

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Responsible for compliance to Griffin quality standards and productivity/WIP objectives. 
Responsible for ensuring safe workplace conditions within established safety policies and procedures. 
Responsible for maintaining operation within cost and budget restrictions and ensure continuous improvements. 
Assist the General Manager to plan, organize and direct the manufacturing facility and act on their behalf in their absence. 
Plan and schedule manpower requirements to meet labor objectives. 
Handle employee issues (either formal or informal) to promote good employee relations and equitable solutions for the Company. 
Select, develop and motivate a competent supervisory staff to assure a safe, efficient, cost effective production operation. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; 5-7 years manufacturing leadership experience incorporating continuous improvement preferred. 
Experience making high-impact decisions in fast-paced environment. 
Experience utilizing computer programs and Microsoft Office products. 
Possesses strong process and financial acumen. 
Grows and mentors talent. 
Possesses strong change management skills. 

KEY CHALLENGES 

Major interactions include: Union committee on communications and grievances; Human Resources Department for (union contract or employee handbook interpretations, grievances) personnel problems, disciplinary actions; receives operating cost analysis from the Plant Controller; Lean Manager to further the concepts of Lean manufacturing; Purchasing Department in testing of new materials; vendors regarding the usage of their products; AAR inspectors and customers reviewing the plant operations; Quality Manager to ensure adherence to AAR and Griffin quality standards and/or specification. Manager, Quality Assurance/Supervisor, Non-Destructive Testing System for guidance in problem area. The effectiveness of this position is measured by the timely, safe and cost-effective production of steel wheels to meet sales requirements. This position requires a broad background and understanding of the manufacturing process, plus the supervisory skills necessary to direct a work force of hourly employees. 

WORK CONDITIONS 

Moderate physical effort 
Unfavorable environment 
Moderate hazards 

OTHER INFORMATION 

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility.  It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. 
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