Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Operations Manager

locations

Valley NE

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id

R24976

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

Why Valmont

We're Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? now.

A Brief Summary of This Position:

The primary function of the Operations Manager is to provide operational leadership for one or more assigned departments within the Valley Structures organization. This position will directly manage one or more front line supervisors within assigned area(s) to support an engaged culture and to help ensure excellence in safety, quality, productivity, and cost control. Responsibilities include eliminating waste in the overall value stream, ensuring that the value stream meets or exceeds customer requirements, and ensuring that all work within the value stream is conducted in a safe and secure manner.

Essential Functions:

Provide direct leadership and support for front line supervisor(s) on a daily basis

Ensure all safety systems, processes, and policies are being adhered to at all times

Develop strategies and goals that will meet the product line objectives

Actively promote a culture of continuous improvement

Preparing and utilizing a Lean tools and techniques to eliminate waste and improve processes

Lead and mobilize associates inside and outside of the value stream to enable required changes

Lead day-to-day activities to ensure that current commitments are achieved and improvements are made

Execution of the master production schedule, including long and short-range capacity planning

Communicate departmental, divisional, and Company information to all employees on a regular basis

This position reports into the Senior Plant Manager and may have 1-3 direct reports with approx.. 75-125 indirect reports

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate:

Preferred Bachelors with 6+ years relevant experience OR Associates Degree with 8+ years relevant experience OR 10+ years of relevant experience

Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives

Thorough knowledge of equipment and processes in assigned areas

Ability to react to change in a timely and organized manner

Ability to effectively interpret and present information both one-on-one and in front of groups

Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Proven managerial skills (previous management/supervisory related work history)

Ability to interact effectively with customers and suppliers

Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Must have experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost-controlling measures within a manufacturing environment

Must be able to work effectively within a team and build collaborative relationships to drive business objectives

Identify and drive breakthrough changes/improvements

Must have experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to travel up to 10%

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred

3+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing operation

A solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing is preferred

Financial experience, including P&L responsibilities

Project Management and/or Capital Project experience

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Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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