Operations Manager

Holland, MI

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivaled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience. If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you! Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/ 

The Role

As an Operations Manager, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the Manufacturing group's vision by providing insight and ideas on process, standards, best-practice, and tooling improvements that boost the team's effectiveness and efficiency. This position reports to the Vice President, Manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Own budget, timeline, and financial performance for assigned projects and facility, manage the facility's budget and business plan, build quoted concept/hours plans, approve quotes per LOA, and lead project margin variance meetings with executive leadership.
• Manage the full associate lifecycle for the team, including hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews, discipline, and time-and-attendance approval.
• Lead workforce planning, forecast staffing needs for assigned managers and partner with Recruiting to source, interview, and hire.
• Own the internal stage-gate process and project plan approvals across the team; review project status and report status and budgets to leadership.
• Facilitate Gemba discussions and lead improvement initiatives across the facility.
• Set and communicate team KPIs, and generate reporting to track them.
• Assign project locations within the facility and monitor day-to-day operational workflow.
• Serve as the primary customer interface for assigned projects.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Facilitate team training and take on special projects as assigned.
  
  

Essential

Qualifications and Experience

• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel; this role is focused on local clients with minimal travel required, but candidates should be able to travel within the US and Canada as needed.
• Eight (8) years of experience in machine build management.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in spreadsheets and word processing.
• High school diploma/GED plus six (6) years of technical training (BS/MA)
• Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing technology.
  
  

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• 401K, including company match
• Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children
• Company-paid short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid-time off and company-paid holidays
• Profit Sharing
  
  

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity
  
  

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

Convergix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.