Operations Manager (Engineering)
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Timken Power Systems, Philadelphia Gear brand, is seeking anOperations Managerbased out of Mokena, IL regional service center. The purpose of the Operations Manager position is to manageoperative employees, ensure orders are executed properly and efficiently, implementcontinuous improvement, and the achieveKey Performance Indicators (KPI's) for the site. The Operations Manager is also expected to develop and lead operatives through strong leadership skills with a quality- and safety -oriented managerial style.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Create a safe working environment and ensure all safety practices and procedures are followed.
- Maintain schedule, assign work to employees to maximize productivity and meet scheduling requirements; manage time off/machine downtime for direct reports.
- Oversee the processes associated with performing high-quality, on-time inspection and repair services.
- Ensure all required tooling, materials and/or resources are available to meet work requirements.
- Ensure work is completed according to Standard Operating Procedures, on time and in cost effective manner to meet KPIs.
- Monitor execution of scheduled work to ensure deadlines are met or if not notify required parties.
- Ensure all required documentation is completed and submitted with job travelers and that labor is properly recorded.
- Lead and develop strategies to manage the reduction of costs, improve labor productivity, improve machine efficiency, and elimination of waste.
- Oversee daily performance output against standards throughout the plant.
- Manage the daily relationship/interactions with leadership.
- Enforce work rules
Key Attributes:
- Continuous Improvement mindset
- Must be customer oriented
- Good organization skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
- Strong systemic mindset and problem solving skills
Basic Q ualifications:
- 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Management is required.
- 10 years of experience in Manufacturing, Assembly & Production Operations is required.
- Bachelor's degree is required.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2024.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies and one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere and one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
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