Director- Manufacturing Operations

Company: Generac Power System
Location: Oshkosh
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Company Generac Power SystemsName Director- Manufacturing OperationsReq 55491Location Oshkosh CORPEmployment Type Full TimeShift 1stDo you want to be part of something bigger? For more than five decades, Generac has designed and manufactured diesel, natural gas, and bi-fuel generators---but we did not stop there As we continue to grow both in size and in technological advances, we are pushing past the norm and pathing a way for the future. We are not simply satisfied with what is working now, instead we challenge ourselves and continue to be a leader in our industry. Our Oshkosh, WI facility has a new opportunity for a manufacturing operations leader seeking their next career challenge. The Director of Operations is an integral business partner providing leadership to ensure order fulfillment while driving operational excellence standards for safety, quality, delivery, cost and inventory. Qualified candidates should possess experience leading complex manufacturing operations with revenues exceeding 200 million, a proven history of people development plus and ensuring execution of strategic and continuous improvement initiatives. We are seeking a proven leader who thrives in a fast paced, lean focused environment. This role is responsible for providing direct leadership to Production, Quality and Operations Engineering functions with dotted line leadership to Supply Chain. Design and direct operations team by selecting, coaching and developing the team and set objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team.Train, develop, motivate, monitor and lead to achieve established SMART goals and objectives to develop talent and leaders for growth within the company.Establish operations priorities to meet or exceed customer expectations. Manage organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Design and direct processes by which team and individual performance are recognized.Develop and deploy strategies in order to achieve both short-term and long-term objectives.Ensure product, material and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation.Lead, implement and promote a culture of respect, integrity and accountability.Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to established practices and policies (federal, state, region and country). Surpass the National Safety Council average for Recordable Injuries and Lost Work Days when compared to companies with similar operationsSignificant responsibility for overall performance and strategic vision of the operations teamOther duties as assigned.Bachelor---s Degree or equivalent experience7 years--- management experience in a manufacturing environment7 years--- experience leading a major cross-functional project that included negotiating resources, creating project plans and timelines, identifying and removing roadblocks, implementation of improved product lines in a manufacturing environment.Experience using continuous improvement methodologies within a manufacturing environment.Preferred Qualifications:Advanced degree MS and/or MBAERP/MRP user (SAP/Oracle)Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERPExperience in utilizing continuous improvement methodologies to improve manufacturing operationsPhysical demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Occasionally the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.Great Reasons to work for Generac-- Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more-- Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers-- Pride When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators-- We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days. Each Friday we relax in our jeans -- Product loan and discount programs---We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.---

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