Operations Shift Manager - 2nd/3rd Shift

About the role

The Operations Shift Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of manufacturing and direct labor resource planning for the shift. The position provides oversight of all manufacturing functions of Second and Third Shift Operations for both Custom Coil and Assembly. The mission is to guide the manufacture of assigned products that meets customer and quality expectations, while ensuring safety, productivity, schedule delivery commitments, and continuous improvement in cost, quality, and cycle time.

Principal Accountabilities

• Supervises shift plant manufacturing operations including sheet metal, fabrication, welding, coil fabrication, and assembly.
• Responsible for shop-related matters including health & safety, production, costs, quality, on-time delivery, equipment, process improvement (lean), asset maintenance, sequence of manufacturing processes, and personnel.
• Drives established production schedules by properly scheduling workforce and resources.
• Meets productivity, cost, and quality targets stated in fiscal plan.
• Actively promotes professional development of supervisory team and key employees.
• Promotes continuous improvement efforts and implements lean principles and manufacturing methods.
• Ensures high quality and pristine appearance of finished product prior to shipment.
• Supports plant safety by ensuring employees wear personal protective equipment, leaders/employees follow correct safety policy and procedures, and proper training and awareness is provided.
• Supervises compliance with Federal, State, Local and Plant environmental policies.
• Initiates plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital.
• Assures attainment of business objectives and production schedules while ensuring product standards that exceed customer expectations.
• Establishes team and individual objectives for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Encourages adoption of new techniques and focus on fact-based problem solving.
• Promotes cross-training and skills development of employees to enhance workforce flexibility.
• Manages spending within established budget with a focus on reducing costs by efficient labor use, achieving maximum product yield, maintaining efficient material usage, and incurring minimum operating expenses.
• Displays superior leadership, management, and problem-solving skills, as well as outstanding communication, training, motivational, and employee development skills.
• Demonstrates sound interpersonal skills including the ability to build business relationships, provide recognition, and demonstrate integrity and high personal standards.
• Oversees physical maintenance of all site property, including grounds, and coordinates with Plant Engineering Manager on maintenance issues.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned by the Plant Operations Manager.
• Demonstrates the ability to be a cross-functional leader and serves as the interim Operations Manager during absences.

Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical field.
• 6–8 years’ experience in a high-production manufacturing environment with 3 years of managerial experience.
• Demonstrated high energy level and ability to lead and motivate others to action.
• Applied knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement strategies.
• Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, strong organizational and planning abilities that produce results through strong execution.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Nature & Scope

The Operations Shift Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager. The role directly supervises Team Leaders on off shifts and indirectly supervises approximately 60 shop hourly employees (headcount fluctuates due to seasonality). This position has significant interaction with all levels within production and partners with Environmental, Health, and Safety, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Quality departments. It is a top-promotable position with eligibility to grow into Plant Leadership roles.

Working Conditions

This position may require additional weekday and weekend hours during busy periods to support production requirements and company initiatives. Travel up to 10% of the time, including domestic and international travel.

The physical demands include regularly sitting; using hands to finger, handle, or feel; reaching with hands and arms; and talking, seeing, and hearing. The employee must occasionally lift, push, or pull objects that are 30 pounds or heavier. Eye protection and hearing protection must be worn at all times on the shop floor. Safety shoes are required when working in a manufacturing capacity on the shop floor. There may be occasional exposure to elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, or chemicals.