Operations Manager

Come grow with us by joining our team as an Operations Manager!  In this role, you will play a critical role for the company and will work alongside other professionals within the team and other departments. You will oversee the daily operations of our Summerville production facility, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and efficient workflow.  You will work closely with various off-site departments to streamline processes, while directly managing on-site resources to ensure operational performance.  Your role will be critical in achieving our business goals through unit production and maintaining high standards of quality at the Summerville facility.

Who is Model 1, formerly known as Creative Bus Sales?

Since we got our start in 1980, Model 1 Commercial Vehicles has grown to become the nation’s largest dealership, representing more than 20 top manufacturers across the U.S. And we did it all by listening to and investing in customers like you.  Customers who want more than a dealer. Customers who want a partner in creative solutions to the challenges you face today, and visionary thinking for what’s next.

It’s the strength of our relationships – both with customers and manufacturers – that allows us to keep a finger on the pulse of what you need and what’s possible to not just source but create together. Whether it’s custom-built vehicles or alternative fuel and electric vehicle (EV) options, you’ll have a partner from challenge all the way through solution and beyond.

Our Core Values: At Model 1, we are committed to living our core values:

• Solving Problems: Trust what you know.  Work together to find solutions.  See every angle and figure it out.
• Setting the Tone: Establish the mood that puts others at ease.  Be the person that you’d want to interact with – approachable and transparent.
• Drive Forward: Keep your eyes up to see what’s ahead.  Imagine better methods.  Seize opportunities.  Move the business and the market, meaningfully.
• Find Balance: Match your energy at work to your energy with family, friends, and community.  Decide and align your priorities.  Pour into yourself and those around you.
• Own It: Take the extra step.  Fix issues when they come up.  Care from start to finish.  Do the right thing, every time.

What You Will Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, paid holidays, and vacation pay
• Continuous training to provide you the opportunity to develop your full potential and be a true business partner
• Access to an expansive network of mentors and networking opportunities
• Top quality technology to assist in your daily responsibilities to allow for more efficiencies to deliver outstanding customer service

Below is an overview of the duties and responsibilities you would take on in this role:

• Operational Oversight:  Manage and coordinate daily operational activities, including production, logistics and material management.
• Process Improvement:  Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency to reduce costs, and increase overall productivity.
• Team Leadership:  Lead and mentor a team of staff members, setting clear goals, providing feedback and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Budget Management:  Monitor location expenditures and ensure financial targets are met
• Problem Resolution:  Address operational issues and challenges promptly, implementing effective solutions to mitigate disruptions.
• Quality:  Ensure adherence to company quality standards, industry regulations and safety standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:  Work with other departments, such as HR, Finance, Fixed Operations and Sales to support location initiatives and objectives.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing supervision with a proven track record of managing teams, driving performance, and optimizing processes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in process improvement methodologies.
• Exceptional performance management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

Company retains the sole discretion to change the duties of the position at any time.