Join the leadership team as an influential Operations Captain, collaborating directly with a motivated Plant Executive. You'll have the opportunity to guide a dedicated and long-standing team, independently championing a proactive safety culture. This thriving plant is on the rise, actively expanding its footprint with substantial investments in state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge upgrades, ensuring your role is both impactful and stable.
Relish a balanced work schedule, generally spanning only 45-50 hours from Monday to Friday with minimal weekend requirements. Enjoy the privacy of a personal office while being part of a vibrant, tech-forward manufacturing environment.
From the first day, you'll benefit from comprehensive medical coverage and a robust 401K match. In this role, you'll lead dynamic teams to achieve production excellence and streamline processes. Responsibilities include:
- **Safety Leadership**: Spearhead comprehensive safety compliance, fostering a zero-injury workplace and managing the Safety Committee.
- **Strategic Production Planning**: Optimize manufacturing operations by organizing schedules and managing resources efficiently.
- **Effective Leadership**: Oversee production supervisors, manage workload distribution, and enhance overall team performance.
- **Cultural Stewardship**: Cultivate an environment of respect and adherence to company policies across all shifts.
- **Quality Assurance**: Collaborate with quality teams to ensure production exceeds high standards, conducting thorough root cause analyses.
- **Process Optimization**: Lead continuous improvement efforts and maintain rigorous 5S standards.
- **Talent Development**: Develop and execute training initiatives to nurture team growth and skills advancement.
- **Human Resources Management**: Administer workforce scheduling, enforce policies, and manage disciplinary actions when needed.
- **Environmental Responsibility**: Oversee specific environmental initiatives within the plant.
- **Project and Reporting Management**: Ensure timely operational reporting and keep projects on target.
Ideal candidates will spend significant time on the manufacturing floor, adeptly communicate, and facilitate change management while maintaining focus on strategic objectives.
The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package with significant perks, such as potential annual bonuses and competitive health, dental, and vision plans. Enjoy holidays, robust disability insurances, and vacation time with this rapidly growing company committed to technological excellence.
**Requirements**:
1. High school diploma required; further education is preferred
2. At least 3-5 years of production management with relevant education
3. Experience in metalwork environments such as machining or fabrication
4. Demonstrated continuous improvement achievements
5. Proven experience managing teams over 25 individuals
6. Familiarity with ERP systems
7. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
**Preferred Skills** (not required): Lean/Six Sigma, automation expertise, and automotive supplier experience.
Secure your future in an innovative, stable industry setting that values initiative, offering numerous career advancement opportunities. Local candidates to the Toledo, OH area preferred, as relocation assistance is not provided.