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Metal Technologies

OpX Manager

Metal Technologies, Auburn, Indiana, United States, 46706

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Who We Are

Metal Technologies is a premier metal casting company that uses modern technology and a highly productive workforce to produce the best quality product. Since 1997, we have been a privately held, family‑owned company. Metal Technologies produces high quality gray iron, ductile iron, austempered ductile and value‑added machining for a variety of industries. Each foundry has unique processes and capabilities that complement specific product families and specifications. As a growing company, Metal Technologies offers a wide range of challenging and exciting career opportunities. If you are looking for a progressive company that promotes and rewards individual achievement, consider applying for a position with us.

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General Summary The Operational Excellence Manager oversees and participates in the Operational Excellence activities both at the plant and corporate. Works with all functional areas to improve safety, reduce scrap, minimize cost, maximize productivity, improve processes, achieve organizational objectives, and ensure continual improvements in meeting customer requirements. Primary responsibility for ensuring the MTI Operating System is maintained and promoted across the company.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

Owner of MTI Operating System (“Operational Excellence”)

Manages and directs Operational Excellence processes, projects, and activities

Assist plant in identifying and prioritizing improvement opportunities

Provides direction and guidance with plant level projects to ensure deliverables are met

Provides structure to Operational Excellence projects to ensure standardized processes are being used

Utilize benchmarking process for resolving plant issues and to determine plant and industry best practices

Tracking and reporting of Operational Excellence projects to plant and corporate management team

Manage the investigation of operational issues by gathering / evaluating data and the development of recommended solutions

Manages the design and layout of equipment, materials, and workspaces to maximize efficiency and utilization

Manage projects and other duties as assigned

Provide training to project champions as needed

Knowledge, Skill, And Abilities

Excellent problem solving, communication, analytical, and leadership skills

Ability to effectively organize multiple tasks

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts

Understanding of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources

Understanding of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

Knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Familiarity with project management tools and/or software

Working Conditions The Operational Excellence Manager will reside in the office and on the production floor. Must be able to adhere to conditions in the plant.

Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Management, or related field required

Project Management Certification or equivalent desired

5 or more years of experience as an engineer or project manager in a manufacturing setting preferred

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

2 or more years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role preferred

Experience with CAD and/or 3‑D modeling such as AutoCAD and/or Pro/E preferred

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Mining

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