Operations Manager
Phoenix, AZ - USA
Job Summary
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise global network and unmatched R&D capabilities we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most 1905 Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
- Medical Rx Dental Disability Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Job Summary
The Operations Manager oversees all operations activities at the Phoenix facility including the Cast House Extrusion Fabrication and Maintenance departments. With a minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in a unionized manufacturing environment this role focuses on optimizing staffing productivity quality and cost efficiency in alignment with company goals. The position emphasizes continuous improvement preventive maintenance workplace safety and ISO/IATF compliance. The Operations Manager also collaborates with Sales on production planning and manages departmental budgets and procurement activities. This position reports to the Plant Manager.
What you will be doing
- Ensure personal health safety and security while actively contributing to the creation of a safe and healthy work environment in alignment with the companys safety and environmental goals.
- Oversee all aspects of manufacturing operations including production packing production control and maintenance.
- Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations ensuring efficient production flow and optimal resource utilization.
- Evaluate and manage staffing levels quality delivery performance production output packing production control and maintenance activities.
- Foster collaboration across departments to promote continuous improvement through effective process development and procedural enhancements.
- Work closely with Sales and Production teams to coordinate production planning and ensure alignment with customer demand and operational capacity.
- Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure effective preventive maintenance programs are in place and that environmental controls are continuously improved.
What will make you successful
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Business or a related field or the equivalent of at least ten (10) years of relevant experience and training.
- Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in a unionized manufacturing environment preferably within the metals manufacturing industry.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- In-depth knowledge of ISO/IATF standards and regulations.
- Proficiency in reading analyzing and interpreting technical and regulatory documents.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts including probability statistics and geometry.
- Proven ability to evaluate production methods and drive improvements through training and process optimization.
- Strong problem-solving skills and experience managing complex variables in environments with limited standardization.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin ancestry age disability veteran status marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
As part of our recruitment process we may use jobrelated assessments in selected tools help us better understand workrelated strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience qualifications and interviews and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We have 33,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.