Job Description

Job Description

* This company is specifically seeking candidates with at least 4 years of Active Duty US military experience *

Korn Ferry Military Division has partnered with our client on their search for a data-driven, STEM-strong Operations Manager for their Columbus KS manufacturing facility. Huge potential for growth in a nationwide organization; this role is a pathway toward becoming the facility General Manager.

Ideal background includes strong STEM credentials ( Mechanical Engineering or Chemistry.) Experience with AI/ML, SQL would be nice (not required) or the ability to access and manipulate raw data sets would be a major plus.

Compensation: $140,000-160,000 + 100% relo assistance

What You Will Do:

• Will supervise all activities related to production team building, daily production operations, and production processes.
• Interview and recommend candidates for hiring; coordinate and supervise the training process.
• Supervise the planning, assigning, and directing of work through subordinates.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing operations (to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, etc.)
• Provide input to the development of product strategy and research and development of new and emerging products.
• Assist in establishing and adhering to production and quality control standards.
• Provide guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.
• Will frequently use ChatGPT/LLMs internally to solve plant problems; will work independently with cloud-stored operational data.
• Will create and deliver 30-40 slide monthly performance reports to senior leadership.

Education and Work Experience:

• At least 4 years of Active Duty US Military experience required
• Bachelors degree required (STEM degree preferred.)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Visio Design software, familiarity with ChatGPT/LLMs, Time and Attendance Payroll Systems, Statistical tools (ex. Minitab), MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Internet software.)
• Ability to manage Six Sigma–style methodologies and operational improvements

Title : Operations Manager

Location : Columbus KS

Client Job ID : 510768465

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