Manufacturing Operations Manager (Assistant Plant Manager) Job at Korn Ferry, Elmsford, NY

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  • Korn Ferry
  • Elmsford, NY

Job Description

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for Operations Manager (Production & Maintenance).

Purpose of the Position

The role of Elmsford Operations Manager will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day as well as short- and long-term activities of the Production and Maintenance Departments. This role will also implement a sustainable continuous improvement culture at the plant by developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across all plant departments. The Operations Manager will report to the Elmsford Production Center Supply Chain Director. The developmental aspect of this role will focus on preparation for overall plant responsibilities as a Supply Chain Director in one of our Production facilities. Upon eligibility, relocation to another facility within our network may be required. This position assumes Elmsford Supply Chain Director responsibilities in their absence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Must be results driven.
  • Develop and execute business plans supporting production and maintenance objectives including the development and implementation of strategies, processes and programs.
  • Improve process and operational consistency to manage and reduce costs associated with labor and OPEX budget.
  • Motivate, direct, coach, and develop a high performing, diverse, and engaged team to meet established goals and build organizational capability. Staff, train, and develop team members to reach this level.
  • Identify and support talent for internal promotion and create a talent pipeline for supervisory and management positions in manufacturing and maintenance.
  • Demonstrate behaviors needed for effective implementation of change.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize and address the complexity of leading a diverse workforce. Holds self and others accountable.
  • Identify, develop, and implement capital expenditure projects to enhance productivity.
  • Lead and support a culture that embraces operational excellence.
  • Lead and sustain a consistent, long-term vision through continuous process improvement.
  • Ensure the needs and service requirements of internal and external customers are met.
  • Ensure manufacturing processes are compliant with company specifications, regulatory policies, and meet customer expectations.
  • Foster an environment that supports an engaged safety culture.
  • Other projects or duties as assigned.

Experience and Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8 plus years of experience in operational/supply chain roles within a large consumer goods organization and 6 plus years of people leadership experience.
  • Food and/or beverage or high speed packaging experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong change management and influencing skills.
  • ISO or other management system experience.
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, etc.
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma strongly preferred.
  • Experience leading implementation of Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) is a distinct advantage.

SE# 510736888

Job Tags

Temporary work, Relocation,

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