Job Summary:

Aries Filterworks is seeking an intelligent, highly motivated, positive, results-oriented individual to grow our Manufacturing team.

As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing our production departments, including production output, safety, materials, department goals, and coaching and developing supervisors and the hourly workforce

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage teams, promoting a positive work environment focused on achieving business goals. Foster an environment of coaching, development, employee engagement, and teamwork and ensure expectations and results are communicated effectively.

• Lead operational production planning to meet all shipment schedules.
• Develop and execute the agreed upon staffing plan and allocate resources accordingly.

• Manage an effective flow of communication between day shift and night shift to all levels of the organization, to ensure all leaders and personnel understand strategic goals and performance expectations.
• Understand and drive Aries Filterworks business objectives, initiatives, and productivity. Identify and implement projects or processes to achieve these goals.
• Develop strong working relationships with other leaders at the company, to ensure operational and strategic alignment.
• Ensure alignment between production areas and the production maintenance department to ensure production areas are functioning at a high level and minimize downtime.
• Manage key controllable operating expenses and develop cost control plans. Drive process improvement throughout, which focuses on results and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Participate in broader company initiatives, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering preferred
• 5 years of Manufacturing experience
• 5 years of leadership experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production role
• Excellent problem-analysis and strategic-thinking abilities
• Experience communicating effectively with all levels of an organization and a strong commitment to Customer Service.
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to drive improvements within the organization
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, decision-making, adapting and meeting deadlines