Operations Manager, Cast Products

About the role

The Operations Manager, Cast Products coordinates the day-to-day activities of all Cast House operations while working to continuously improve the safety culture and overall environment of all operations. Additionally, working to sustain and improve the quality of the product and the efficiency of the operation.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for the foremen/supervisors who oversee hourly employees in the Cast House and Yard (Raw Materials area), and is responsible for the day-to-day direction and coordination of these units
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Works daily with the Teams to create an Injury Free environment through empowering the workforce to make changes and create the envisioned culture
• Attends all Safety Committee meetings when appropriate
• Assures all required training is done within policy timelines
• Assures all documentation pertaining to safety concerns is turned in and corrective actions are implemented and communicates changes to all team members
• Makes sure there is a clear vision on the KPI plans and action items, so each team member understands the expectations and accountability of results
• Confers with Casting Leadership to establish production quantities and schedules, as well as compliance to the Quality Management System
• Ensures operational spending is within the budgeted amounts and collects and analyzes data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered
• Collects and analyzes data relating to production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems
• Identifies, develops and implements process improvements for all operations and processes/procedures with the goal of reducing/eliminating operating problems as well as to improve efficiency, product quality and lower cost
• Revises production schedules and priorities as needed to support the customer requirements
• Trains all team members in the Cast House Training program
• Serves as a member of the Cast Products Leadership Team in support of all cast house team members
• Coordinates and communicates production activities with Leadership and Maintenance to obtain maximum efficient productivity, as well as optimal utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment
• Accountable for site P&L
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Associate's degree or equivalent degree from a two-year college or technical school
• Five years of experience and training in a molten metal environment
• Required Skills/Abilities: Safety champion that creates a safe and injury free environment for all team members; reads and interprets documents; writes routine reports and correspondence; speaks effectively before customers or employees of organization; calculates figures and amounts; applies concepts of basic algebra and geometry; solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; Forklift, Overhead Crane and Molten Metal training &/or experience is required; Computer skills in systems such as word, excel and power point; Must understand PLC controls used in melting, casting and homogenizing units; Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen; Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available; Must have regular attendance

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Ambiguous opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Relocation package may be available

About Us

Perks of the Job

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth
• Our commitment to impact the world in a positive way

Who We Are

About Pennex

• Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions
• We're proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution

Our Commitment to Inclusion

• We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives
• To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status