Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Location : Madison, AL, US, 35758

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They're the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you'll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects both locally and globally will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.

DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Manager, Operations

Manages the operations of all production areas to ensure that safety, quality, delivery and productivity targets are achieved. Plans and establishes work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to maximize productivity. Work with key support functions to provide production process analysis and makes recommendations on solutions to process improvements.

Main Responsibilities

Responsible for the daily operations and management operations outputs, monitoring production rates, flow, and integrate changes as needed.

Responsible for establishing strong communication within departments so that daily goals get accomplished.

Provide input in the development of policies and procedures for the operations of Austin site, which includes work closely with Safety, Quality and Aftermarkets function leaders.

Provide input in planning, budgeting, implementing and maintaining costs and methods.

Manage employees in an effective manner by communicating goals and expectations, and holding them accountable for results.

Handle controversial situations and problem escalation.

Expected to act as liaison with other departments as required.

Provides reports and project updates and requested by the Operations Senior Leadership Team

Participate as a key member in expense and capital improvements for Operation's process, design, and facility solutions to effectively drive business optimization and transformation

Drive process improvements from conception through implementation using factory systems, 6 Sigma and Lean techniques to optimize product cost / quality / productivity / delivery

Manage departmental budgets and reduce cost year over year.

Lead, coach and develop employees reporting to them, completing performance appraisals, skills assessments and career counselling

Education / Skills

Bachelor's Degree. Preferable degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or related field.

A minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing management.

Possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management.

Strong working experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodology to help achieve operational goals.

Demonstrate ability to effectively lead, manage and motivate in a manufacturing environment. Manage staff in order to meet department / corporate goals. This includes setting action plans, budget estimation, task assignments and follow up.

Self motivated, independent thinker with high standards.

Effective problem solving skills.

Strong communication and presentation (Exec level) skill-set

Strong project management skills preferred.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Salary Range : -

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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