Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? WHAT TO EXPECTAs an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and collaborative individuals to join our global team. Located in our Poplar Bluff office, you will be an Operations Manager.
- You will report directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for the overall business and operational activities of the facility.
- You'll be managing a team of three shifts with approximately 300 employees.
Key responsibilities (to name a few):
- Planning, directing, and coordinating the manufacturing of products in compliance with company goals and objectives;
- Responsible for supervising a variety of supervisory and support staff personnel;
- Participates in high performance teams as needed to meet business objectives;
- Responsible for preparation of forecasts and analyses of data, including but not limited to labor, material, orders, scrap, production efficiency, cost reductions and quality of the product;
- Maintaining proper employment levels through effective selection, interviewing and training of personnel;
- Support management reporting, including but not limited to the following activities: review and approve statutory reporting; prepare and enter actual results, creating variance and headcount analysis; prepare, review and finalize financial results as required, and entering and/or reviewing Oracle data;
- Other tasks or duties as assigned.
Job RequirementsABOUT YOU
- 8 years specific managerial/leadership experience in a production setting.
- 5 years demonstrated experience in operations, materials management, safety and environmental and lean manufacturing techniques.
- Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Logistics, or related field.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
PAY & BENEFITS
- Full-Time
- Bonus Eligible
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
- Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
- 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learn more about the benefits we provide at www.gateshealth.com
WHY GATES?Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.WORK ENVIRONMENTAt Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?