Operations Manager-Repair Division

Appleton, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems products services and digital applications Voith sets standards in the markets of energy paper raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867 the company today has around 22000 employees sales of 52 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Paper is hiring for:

Operations Manager-Repair Division
Appleton WI

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Reasons youll love working here:

Flexibility with Work/Life Balance
Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
401K with generous company match
Climate-Neutral Footprint Worldwide
Tuition reimbursement

Summary:

The Operation Manager of Repair & Refurbishment is a strategic leader responsible for transforming and scaling repair operations for fiber system and paper machine equipment. This role drives business growth operational excellence and automation acting as a catalyst for innovation and digital transformation. The position is focused on leading change developing high-performing teams and implementing advanced technologies to deliver superior results across Voiths repair facilities and customer sites.

Responsibilities:

Lead Strategic Transformation
Drive automation digitalization and process innovation to enhance repair operations and expand capabilities offerings and facilities.

Build and Empower Teams
Develop high-performing shopfloor and leadership teams fostering accountability adaptability engagement and continuous improvement.

Communicate Vision and Drive Change
Clearly articulate goals and initiatives recognize achievements and promote skill development while addressing performance constructively.

Ensure Compliance and Quality
Oversee OSHA environmental and company standards; integrate automated safety compliance and quality monitoring systems.

Collaborate Cross-Functionally
Partner with Sales Product Management Mill/Field Service and Customers to resolve challenges and keep jobs moving efficiently.
Optimize Operations and KPIs
Review costs and processes troubleshoot issues and ensure departments meet key metrics (On-Time Turnaround Rate Gross Margin).

Champion Technology Adoption
Identify and implement automation solutions (robotics digital tools analytics) to streamline workflows and reduce manual intervention.

Customer and Repair Coordination
Manage repair activities warranty issues and onsite personnel to align with strategic goals and customer expectations.

Drive Growth
Execute strategies to significantly grow the repair business through expanded capabilities and facilities.

Travel as Required
Ability to travel up to 35%.

Requirements:

Proven experience in leading operational transformation and business growth.
Demonstrated ability to drive change implement automation and lead digital initiatives.
Strong analytical problem-solving and data-driven decision-making skills.
Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities with a track record of cross-functional leadership.

Education and Experience:

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree preferred experience in the paper industry highly valued.
Knowledge of mill equipment repair processes and quality assurance preferred.
Background in automation robotics and digitalization in manufacturing or repair environments preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated leadership in driving transformation and automation initiatives within manufacturing or repair environments.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent talking hearing sitting standing walking bending kneeling/squatting keyboard use.
Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs climbing reaching rotation/twisting.
Occasional exposure to noise up to 100 dBA.

Dont meet every single requirement but think you would be a good fit for our team We encourage you to apply your unique skills may be just what we need for this or other roles!

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local welcome everyone to apply especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color LGBTQI community women individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen) Veterans people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.

Required Experience:

Manager

About the Voith GroupThe Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems products services and digital applications Voith sets standards in the markets of energy paper raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867 the company today has around 22000 employe...