Operations Manger
W3Global · Forest Lake, MN · 2 mo ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
Client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead truck/van assembly lines, oversee daily operations, maintain quality standards, and ensure production efficiency. The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing leader who can motivate teams, solve mechanical challenges, and continuously improve production processes in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the truck/van production and assembly line to ensure production goals, safety standards, and quality expectations are met.
- Provide hands-on leadership and troubleshooting support for mechanical and assembly challenges within the truck production process.
- Lead and support a team of production technicians and assemblers to maintain efficiency, productivity, and quality standards.
- Coordinate workflow and schedules for production staff.
- Collaborate with engineering and design teams on new products and manufacturing processes.
- Work closely with the quality control team to maintain high manufacturing standards.
- Monitor production metrics and job times to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime.
- Review employee timecards and assist with scheduling and time-off requests.
- Support a positive, team-focused production environment.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience leading or supervising employees in a manufacturing or production environment.
- 3+ years of manufacturing or production leadership experience preferred.
- Previous manufacturing experience in a similar industry required.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Professional automotive experience preferred.
- Ability to analyze production data and drive process improvements.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with tools, vehicle components, or mechanical systems preferred.
- Experience in vehicle, truck, van, or automotive manufacturing is a plus.
- Experience with SolidWorks is considered an asset.
- Self-motivated with the ability to follow tasks through to completion.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance