Designs and directs the work of the functional area. Selects, coaches and develops the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team. Manages organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Designs and directs processes by which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered and performance is systematically improved.
Utilize PDCA process in conjunction with the MDI process to deliver metric results in people, safety, quality, delivery & cost. Develop a visual production flow that ensures problems do not remain hidden. Perform Leader Standard Work to deliver consistent execution of processes and procedures.
Ensure leaders provide effective training & cross-training for the employees, including backups from other areas, to assure a continuous smooth running production flow.
Develop and execute short and long range continuous improvement plans to deliver improvements in people, safety, quality, delivery & cost metrics.
Other Duties as assigned and the following: Responsible for leading and coordinating the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within Operations. Participate in the development of standards and programs. Participate in the development and implementation of facility strategic plans and initiatives. Facilitate the flow of information sharing of best practices and external benchmarks.
Minimal Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field OR equivalent experience
5 years progressive operations or lean management experience
Preferred Qualifications
3 years of demonstrated implementation experience in Lean principles
Lean, Operations or Supply Chain Certifications
Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system
Demonstrated experience in flow principles, Kanban, and plan for every part (PFEP)
Demonstrated experience in leadership with a diversity of team skills
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Experiment and Push Boundaries - Designs/implements facility solutions that challenge the norm
Ideate & Breakthrough - Analyzes and implements successful facility change
Connect & Coach - Creates cross functional dialog, drives action through coaching
Continuous Improvement - Uses KPI’s to create reliable/sustainable improvements, drives standard work, focuses on process
Drive to Win - Sets high performance standards, Monitors/redirects ensuring project results, Coaches balance, problem solving, improved customer/employee experience
Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role based in Belvidere, IL is $ 108,500.00 - $162,700.00 USD This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short-term and long-term incentives.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
