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Operations Manager

DEXTER AXLE

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FREMONT, IN
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Job overview

The Operations Manager leads site operations across production, materials, scheduling, shipping, quality, and safety. The role owns operational performance and site-level financial results, drives lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, and oversees production planning, labor utilization, and materials flow. It also develops the leadership team and collaborates with engineering, supply chain, HR, and leadership to improve business performance.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

Plant Operations LeadershipSafety ManagementQuality ManagementCustomer ServiceKPI ManagementContinuous ImprovementProduction PlanningLabor UtilizationMaterials FlowFinancial Performance ManagementLean ManufacturingTeam DevelopmentCross-Functional Collaboration

Full job description

What Youll Do Lead Site Operations - Provide overall leadership for plant operations, including production, materials, scheduling, shipping, quality, and safety. Ensure alignment across functions to meet business and customer objectives. Champion Safety, Quality and Customer Experience - Establish and sustain a culture of safety and quality excellence while ensuring superior customer service through on-time delivery and reliable execution. Drive Operational Performance - Own key performance indicators across the operation, including productivity, efficiency, scrap, and delivery. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize throughput and reduce waste. Oversee Production and Supply Chain Execution - Direct production planning, labor utilization, and materials flow to ensure efficient operations and responsiveness to customer demand. Own Financial Performance (PandL) - Manage and influence site-level financial performance, including labor costs, productivity, and budget adherence. Understand and act on the drivers impacting profitability. Lead Continuous Improvement Culture - Champion lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement efforts, including performance metrics tied to incentive-based systems. Develop and Engage Talent - Build, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team. Foster a team-oriented, flexible, and accountable culture while driving strong communication and employee recognition. Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with engineering, supply chain, HR, and leadership teams to execute strategic initiatives and improve overall business performance.

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