Operations Manager - OldCastle Building Envelope

The Operations Manager role in our Los Angeles location isn’t just a job - it’s a career opportunity with a great company. And we ask our Managers to be just that- Managers who Lead and Encourage Collaboration Across People, Teams and Departments. We want to lean into your expertise to help us get better. We will give you what you need to manage your employees and your business, and you will get to lead, every single day.

This role is perfect for the manufacturing Manager that is passionate about safety, making a high-quality product, supporting their teams, and continuously striving to improve. If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!

Job Summary

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope is currently seeking an Operations Manager to serve as the Site Leader for the Los Angeles, CA manufacturing facility.In this role, the Operations Manager will build operational talent address key operational performance challenges and implement sustainable standard practices around lean manufacturing though TPS and Operational Excellence (OpEx).

Expected results will be sustainable improvements in safety, productivity, quality, on time deliveries and inventory turns for the location. This is an operational leadership role overseeing,

equipment and buildings as well as quality and continuous improvement to deliver desired sales and profit targets. The position will require strong communication, delegating and prioritizing skills as well as a consistent drive for performance and growth. Relocation assistance will be available for the right candidate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop the team to maintain and enhance a competitive edge and service to the customer
• Leads and mentors’ managers and supervisors in the development of a Winning Culture. Develop and improve the skills, knowledge and abilities of the managers and supervisors to ensure strong succession planning
• Leads the Plant Operations, Drives Safety Awareness, OpEx, Production, and Efficiency
• Assure attainment of business objectives and production schedules while ensuring product standards that will exceed our customers’ expectations
• Create, recommend, and manage capital projects
• Initiate plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital
• Implement manufacturing strategies and action plans to ensure that the facility supports strategic initiatives
• Work collaboratively with commercial leaders to insure alignment of initiatives and objectives of the commercial teams and operational capabilities and targets to drive results.
• Drive continuous process improvement and Lean principles and focus on fact based problem solving to drive process improvement and reduce waste
• Work closely with parent location and other locations to ensure coordination and synergies
• Drives safe operations. Ensure facility has a structure in place and employee engagement insures a culture of safety.
• Implement and execute manufacturing initiatives and innovative solutions to ensure growth
• Manage the facility staff, including hiring, coaching, and developing.
• Lead all functional leaders that support the operation through coaching and development and drive the support of a culture of integrity and respect for employees, customers and the business.
• Salary range - $180,000-220,000

Skills, Knowledge, and Ability Requirements

• 7-10 years managerial experience in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on management experience with budgeting, quality assurance, and troubleshooting equipment
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or equivalent experience
• Experience managing a TPS based operation preferred
• Green Belt or Black Belt certification a plus
• Demonstrated ability to materially improve business results and motivate employees
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Energetic, creative, self-directed manager with high level of integrity required
• Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, strong organizational and planning abilities and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

What OBE Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About OBE

OBE has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises that together form the OBE family. OBE operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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