Eagle Flexible Packaging
Head of Operations, CNC Shop
Eagle Flexible Packaging, Batavia, Illinois, United States, 60510
The
Head of Operations
will be responsible for all facets of the operation for Omnia Design and Manufacturing, a dynamic CNC machining startup focused on delivering high-quality, precision parts across a wide range of industries. The role will be responsible for growing the business by managing customer relationships, designing projects and production plans, working with suppliers to source materials and components, and developing a production team. This leadership role requires a balance of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and business acumen.
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Act as the key decision-maker for business strategy, scaling the operations, and managing day-to-day operations. Develop and implement operational strategies to meet goals and objectives, with a focus on scaling the business while maintaining quality and efficiency. Manage, train, and mentor all team members, ensuring a high level of technical proficiency within the team. Maintain a strong safety culture while promoting a focus on continuous improvement and open, transparent communication. Deliver reviews and performance improvement action plans. Oversee budgeting and financial forecasting, including cost control and pricing strategies to maintain profitability. Set and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production efficiency, quality, and financial performance. Oversee and manage all CNC machining operations, ensuring high standards of precision, quality, and efficiency across all projects. Create and manage production schedules to ensure customer orders are met in a timely and efficient manner. Determine correct tooling, inserts, feeds, and speeds based on a variety of materials and tooling. Determine and utilize correct work holding techniques and creative approaches to part manufacturing. Determine department needs for supplies, tooling, and other materials and create orders, directly partnering with suppliers and vendors. Perform research and development of materials and selections for Machining department. Provide hands-on leadership as needed, including programming, set-up, operation, and troubleshooting of CNC equipment and part assembly as needed. Ensure that design specifications are met and that projects are completed on time and within budget. Continuously improve production processes, identifying and implementing operational efficiencies, and streamlining workflows. Assist Maintenance department with installations, machine maintenance schedules, and other projects and activities as needed. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business. Actively pursue new business opportunities, identify potential clients, and develop sales strategies to increase revenue while balancing customer needs with company capabilities. Provide technical expertise to customers during the sales process, helping to translate their objectives into actionable production plans. Oversee the preparation of quotes and bids, ensuring competitive pricing and accurate cost estimations for materials and labor. Ensure that all company food safety and quality assurance procedures are followed at all times. Escalate any issues/concerns to management. Other related duties as assigned. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Minimum 5 years of experience in a CNC shop leadership role. Minimum 2 years’ experience programming CAD/CAM software. Strong leadership skills, including proven ability to coach and motivate team members and address performance concerns. Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business management skills, including budgeting, financial management, and sales/marketing strategy. Knowledge of pricing, cost control, and negotiation tactics. Experience in maintaining client relationships, developing new business, and negotiating contracts. Demonstrated proficiency in using Fusion 360 CAD CAM software for programming 3 axis CNC mills and 2 axis CNC lathes. Ability to read prints and assembly diagrams. Ability to read and understand fits and tolerances, including ability to use precision measurement tools for reading
Head of Operations
will be responsible for all facets of the operation for Omnia Design and Manufacturing, a dynamic CNC machining startup focused on delivering high-quality, precision parts across a wide range of industries. The role will be responsible for growing the business by managing customer relationships, designing projects and production plans, working with suppliers to source materials and components, and developing a production team. This leadership role requires a balance of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and business acumen.
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Act as the key decision-maker for business strategy, scaling the operations, and managing day-to-day operations. Develop and implement operational strategies to meet goals and objectives, with a focus on scaling the business while maintaining quality and efficiency. Manage, train, and mentor all team members, ensuring a high level of technical proficiency within the team. Maintain a strong safety culture while promoting a focus on continuous improvement and open, transparent communication. Deliver reviews and performance improvement action plans. Oversee budgeting and financial forecasting, including cost control and pricing strategies to maintain profitability. Set and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production efficiency, quality, and financial performance. Oversee and manage all CNC machining operations, ensuring high standards of precision, quality, and efficiency across all projects. Create and manage production schedules to ensure customer orders are met in a timely and efficient manner. Determine correct tooling, inserts, feeds, and speeds based on a variety of materials and tooling. Determine and utilize correct work holding techniques and creative approaches to part manufacturing. Determine department needs for supplies, tooling, and other materials and create orders, directly partnering with suppliers and vendors. Perform research and development of materials and selections for Machining department. Provide hands-on leadership as needed, including programming, set-up, operation, and troubleshooting of CNC equipment and part assembly as needed. Ensure that design specifications are met and that projects are completed on time and within budget. Continuously improve production processes, identifying and implementing operational efficiencies, and streamlining workflows. Assist Maintenance department with installations, machine maintenance schedules, and other projects and activities as needed. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business. Actively pursue new business opportunities, identify potential clients, and develop sales strategies to increase revenue while balancing customer needs with company capabilities. Provide technical expertise to customers during the sales process, helping to translate their objectives into actionable production plans. Oversee the preparation of quotes and bids, ensuring competitive pricing and accurate cost estimations for materials and labor. Ensure that all company food safety and quality assurance procedures are followed at all times. Escalate any issues/concerns to management. Other related duties as assigned. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Minimum 5 years of experience in a CNC shop leadership role. Minimum 2 years’ experience programming CAD/CAM software. Strong leadership skills, including proven ability to coach and motivate team members and address performance concerns. Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business management skills, including budgeting, financial management, and sales/marketing strategy. Knowledge of pricing, cost control, and negotiation tactics. Experience in maintaining client relationships, developing new business, and negotiating contracts. Demonstrated proficiency in using Fusion 360 CAD CAM software for programming 3 axis CNC mills and 2 axis CNC lathes. Ability to read prints and assembly diagrams. Ability to read and understand fits and tolerances, including ability to use precision measurement tools for reading