Operations Manager

Company: Adler Pelzer Group
Location: Port Huron
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic NVH and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking a motivated and committed Operations Manager to lead a manufacturing facility in Port Huron, MI, 50 miles north of Detroit.The ideal candidate will have previous Tier One Automotive Manufacturing Leadership Experience as well as Injection Molding and Thermoforming experience. This is a hands-on, involved leadership role for someone looking for an opportunity to develop a team and manufacturing operations of acoustic parts for major OEMs in the US.The Operations Manager directs and coordinates, through hands on and team involvement, the activities concerned with production of company product(s), utilizing knowledge of throughput, inventory and operating expenses. This role works closely with staff to establish standards, controls and budgets while maintaining optimum production and the utilization of all resources. The Operations Manager reviews and analyzes plant performance data for reports, both internal and external while identify and solving abnormal situations.The following are the major duties and responsibilities of the Operations Manager:Responsible for a multi-functional plant producing products for customers. Impacts plant finance, manufacturing, engineering, materials, quality, human resources, and information systems. Has P&L responsibility for assigned location.Will make decisions that will have a significant impact on the business of the company in terms of costs, schedules, and customer relationships.Troubleshoot production and maintenance issues and immediately enacts contingency plans as needed.Review on going performance results to targets, takes corrective action, implement, and measure results.Establish standards and controls while maintaining optimum production and utilization of human resources.Direct and guide the need for change for the purpose of improving methods by the use of measurable standards, realistic goals and accountability for improvementInterfaces with Corporate office and sister plants to ensure smooth coordination of scheduling, shipping, and production.Oversees daily activities of facility to include, shipping and receiving, maintenance, production control, quality, production, and human resources.Note: This section is not inclusive. Other duties are assigned as necessary to support team goals.Please refer to the required list of skills and experience below. Education can be substituted with equivalent experience. Licenses & Certifications are preferred but not required.Benefits: Adler Pelzer offers a competitive pay and benefits package as well as the opportunity to grow one's career. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, other insurance options, paid time off, 401(K) match, life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, variety of automobile purchase discounts (BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others), and tuition reimbursement.To learn more about our Company and our rich history, visit our website at We are an equal opportunity employer. APG participates in the E-Verify Program.ExperienceRequired7 - 10 years: Knowledge of P&L statements and the ability to understand accounting statements in order to maintain a profitable operation7 - 10 years: Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business or Operations Management degree, or equivalent training and/or experience.7 - 10 years: Knowledgeable of manufacturing processes to include all functions from raw materials to finished goods, as well as equipment and machinery.5 - 7 years: Change management experience7 - 10 years: Tier I automotive supplier manufacturing operations managementEducationPreferredBachelors or better in Engineering or related fieldLicenses & CertificationsPreferredLean Mfg - Prod Sys CertLean Mfg - Six SigmaSkillsRequiredTeam building / mgmtHR Information Systems (HRIS)Process improvementPeople & team managementLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsCoachingChange LeadershipBudgetingActive ListeningPreferredSchedulingBehaviorsRequiredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupFunctional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subjectLeader: Inspires teammates to follow themMotivationsRequiredGoal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasksEntrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the businessAbility to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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