Manager, Operations

At Forte Opening Solutions, we don't just manufacture doors; we create pathways to possibilities. We empower our employees to shape the future of our industry. Join a team where craftsmanship meets cutting-edge technology, and where your ideas can open new doors. Together, we build not just products, but a culture of excellence and collaboration. Overview The Operations Manager creates and fulfills the monthly and quarterly production schedules that achieve Planned Revenue, Labor Contribution Margins, On-Time Delivery, and Quality. This position gives proper direction to all production personnel in order to ensure customer commitments are fulfilled. The Operation Manager is responsible for manufacturing operations and implements lean manufacturing while maximizing production. This leader is a change agent developing short and long-term goals and creating a continuous environment with an unconditional commitment to safety, waste, and employee engagement Responsibilities Implements strategic programs that improve labor efficiency, on-time delivery, continuous quality improvement, safety work place, and exceed customer requirementsGenerates monthly reports to effectively communicate program contributions, lead-times, on-time delivery, continuous improvement efforts, and manufacturing issues and needsDrives a corporate culture that focuses on facts, tangible results and behaviorsProvides input for selection of appropriate manufacturing equipment to ensure the most cost efficient solution is available within company budget guidelinesMaintains manufacturing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining a safe and secure work environment; developing personal growth opportunitiesAccomplishes staff results by communicating job goals and expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and proceduresProduces products by establishing production planning systems; maintaining good manufacturing practices, enforcing quality standards, improving products and processesInterfaces closely with Plant GM and Supply Chain Manager to effectively develop purchasing and logistical systems, inventory and production control requirements Achieves financial objectives by establishing objectives; developing budgets; controlling costs, maximizing use of available assetsContributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as neededProvides leadership needed to ensure the product quality meets product specifications and criteria for all products shipped from the plantEnsures efficient utilization of plant personnel and equipment to meet productivity and cost effectiveness in meeting the plants business goals from stated AOPLeads a trained and motivated workforce capable of implementing and executing the business strategyWorks with all functional departments to actively pursue manufacturing excellence programs along with fostering a “one Plant” partnership with peers to achieve aligned goalsDevelops and implements with Plant GM an annual operating plan including capital plan, cost down projects, production department budget, eliminating non-value, and defining Six Sigma & Kaizen profit improvement programs across the plantBehaves continuously and consistently with desired Forte values, and characteristicsCommunicates and facilitates meetings effectivelyIdentifies and resolves issues skillfully and in a timely mannerKeeps abreast of emerging technology and industry practice Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to create and drive change and effectively communicate throughout the organizationDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teamsMust be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environmentExcellent organizational skills, leadership qualities, computer literacyAbility to supervise is essential for the candidate to perform successfully in this positionGood oral and written communication skills Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access & MS ProjectWorks with integrity and respect displaying a high degree of tact and diplomacyMust be familiar with various measuring devices and analyzing informationGood understanding of HR and Financial acumen is highly desired Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Mechanical Engineering or OperationsMinimum of 5-7 years’ experience of related experience in Manufacturing Management preferredExperience, knowledge or trained in Six Sigma Lean Methodologies manufacturing Six Sigma Lean GB certification highly desired or ability to obtain within 12 months