At OBE, together, we build excellence every day We are driven by our passion to lead our industry and build a sustainable future, we focus on exceeding customer expectations and delivering innovative solutions. We succeed through the dedication of our empowered teams and partners who fuel our ambition to achieve excellence in the markets where we have a right to win.

We believe safety, integrity, performance culture, teamwork, customer centricity, and agility are at the core of who we are and how we operate each day to achieve success. 

 Job Summary

The Operations Manager at our Indianapolis, IN facility isn’t just a job - it’s a starting point to an awesome career with a great company. We hire motivated individuals who want to grow with us. 

This role is perfect for an individual who approaches their work professionally, loves to be a part of a team, and wants to help us get better every day. If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!

Here’s What You’ll Get To Do

• Safety management/culture: monitor facility safety programs and drive engagement and compliance with all safety initiatives.
• Review and monitor performance against operating plans, and strategic plans to develop and initiate action plans to meet these objectives by driving a culture of accountability.
• Supports business success by managing the facility forecasts and expenses.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Creates an engaging culture where all employees are valued, reducing turnover and retaining key talent.
• Foster continuous individual training and development to build management depth and further enhance the technical and supervisory skills of the team.
• Build knowledge within all facets of the business including Customer Service, Estimating, Production, and Operational Excellence.

Competencies:

• Ability to problem-solve, delegate responsibility and work with department managers
• Must be an effective communicator with logical, organized verbal and written communication, and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
• Requires strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead change management
• Strong Data Analytics capability; Competent with Excel, Power BI, Micro Strategy and PowerPoint
• Must be an approachable leader who build trust within all levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced schedule driven environment.
• Financial acumen: price, cost, and margins
• Technical competency: capable to learn and navigate ERP system
• Strategic thinker

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Finance, Engineering, or a related field preferred, plus a minimum of 10 years of progressive management experience in business, finance, sales and/or operations.
• Senior-level experience in building products and manufacturing is a plus.
• Five to seven years of industry experience with prior management experience.
• Must be able to effectively build relationships and interact with customers, suppliers, and all other commercial contacts
• Understand the fabrication and assembly process
• Thorough understanding of productivity metrics.
• Fenestration systems experience is preferred.
• Manage employee relations
• Travel: ~10% domestically
• An uncompromising safety-first approach in the workplace. At OBE we have each other’s back.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand, sit, bend and kneel.
• Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle/reach tools, machines, and equipment

**reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job**

What OBE Offers You

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• 10 Holidays (inclusive of 2 floating holidays)
• Market competitive 401(k) match
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance

About OBE

At OBE, we believe the work of our employees truly matters. From apartments in New York to office buildings in Toronto, stadiums in Dallas, and universities in Atlanta, our teams contribute to the projects that shape the world where we live, work, heal, and play.

OBE delivers products to a broad customer base of architects, glaziers, contractors, and developers serving diversified residential and commercial construction end-markets. With over 6,700 employees, we operate 82 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries.

If you want to help us build something great- we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager for consideration. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope is an E-Verify Employer.

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