Overview ...

The Operations Manager is responsible for all AGV-related operations at the Chalfont, PA site encompassing one JBT facility staffed by a team of approximately 40 associates and growing that deliver AGV’s to a variety of industries.

The Operations Manager drives performance through the development of short and long-term operating goals and standards for safety, continuous improvement, quality, cost reduction, and production efficiency. They are also responsible for financial performance of the operation and providing feedback to management on profitability.

The Opportunity ...

Position Responsibilities

• Daily manage throughput, progress, issues and resolutions while also focus on mid/long term strategi initiaives
• Create a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement at AGV Kingston
• Identify and implement process improvements in safety, 5S, lean manufacturing, quality, planning and achieve key performance measurements related to personnel safety, quality, service, and cost.
• Implement/Improve daily management for AGV output and quality, as well as planning.
• Lead site operations daily and track KPI’s to ensure site achieves performance standards in all operational and related metrics. Responsible for cost reduction and performance improvement
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and achieve company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on effective and efficient operations and improvement in processes from order to cash
• Drive the overall facility operational strategy, including capacity planning, development of AGV Assembly and supporting processes, and establishment and achievement of cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Oversee preparation of operational schedules and planning, coordinate AGV Assembly and supporting activities to ensure on time delivery
• Develop and motivate a highly skilled team. Drive performance management and talent development. Build strong employee relations with open communication, respect, consistent application of policies, continuous improvement, and empowerment of team members. Develop and support responsible for all aspects of production, assembly, inventory management, shipping, and receiving
• Model and inspire others to live ONE JBT leadership values of Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Relentless Continuous Improvement, and Teamwork
• Develop specific short-term and long-term plans and investments to improve productivity and capacity, prepare funding requests with budgets and justifications as needed
• Build relationships and partner with AGV teams across the business, including Sales and other customer-facing teams to understand customer feedback and drive improvement in delivery time, quality, cost, service, and responsiveness
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management or similar preferred.
• Daily and visual management experience (white boards, pacing boards, SQDC, …) required
• Manufacturing engineering experience (time studies, assembly tools,…) required
• 5 years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in a manufacturing/assembly of industrial automation with SW testing preferred.
• Direct experience building and instilling a “best in class” operations environment preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing Lean practices and KPI actions plans for operational improvement priorities preferred.
• Experience leading planning management preferred.
• Experience in developing and implementing KPI actions plans for operational improvement priorities preferred.
• Experience in operations, supply chain and planning management preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application history of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement preferred.
• Collaborative management style which builds strong teamwork culture.
• Clear understanding of financial principles for operations, including firm understanding of cost, inventory, and P&L preferred.
• Strong background in industry standard safety processes
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and gain followership
• Ability to communicate verbally and in written form effectively with a diverse team

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has the following direct reports:

• Assembly manager
• Quality Inspector
• Warehouse/Inventory supervisor
• Test and Debug indirect responsibility with Test Manager

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing concerns and resolving issues. Schedules overtime and vacation and completes performance appraisals.

Why work at JBT ...

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment:

Spends majority of time in a manufacturing environment which is temperature controlled.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the following is required.

While performing the duties of this job is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Regularly required to lift and move 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

This job description is a summary of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisor, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

US locations only

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department.

EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.