Dir, Operations

Requisition Number

10896BR

Job Purpose

Oversees all manufacturing in one or more facilities on a day-to-day basis and leads multiple teams to solve issues and problems as they arise. Responsible for daily shop activities, production, and financial responsibilities. Ensures all production targets are being met and manages costs to maximize profits. Oversees work schedules to ensure correct coverage to execute the needs of customers.

Job Title

Manufacturing Operations Director

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

Key Job Elements

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provides oversight and support for operations in achieving daily/monthly production goals;

• Ensures worker safety is #1 priority by providing reviews, oversight to training plan, equipment, etc.;

• Leads safety, quality, manufacturing, and engineering to drive continuous improvement throughout the facility; provides feedback, input, and approval on new and existing improvement initiatives;

• Monitors daily efficiencies to ensure work allocations are correct and that utilization is maximized;

• Set and execute policies and processes;

• Develops planning for long-term growth through capacity planning; reviews status of all current and future production orders; collaborates with supply chain management team; assists with purchasing to ensure all parts are available as needed;

• Forecasts and maintains monthly budget; coordinates with accounting team to drive sustained profitability;

• Manages all capital improvement projects;

• Manages and collaborates with plant Human Resources regarding the hiring, discipline and termination of salaried employees; evaluates employees and gives feedback for improvement; supports successful growth and development of employees;

• Collaborates with engineering and quality departments to ensure all KPI’s and metrics are being met or exceeded; resolves open quality alerts and implements corrective actions;

• Manages sales and customer service; works with customers to identify new sales opportunities;

Education / Training

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of broad experience across multiple business functions, such as engineering, production, scheduling, supply chain, quality control, etc.;

Qualifications and Experience

• Steel machining and fabricating industry experience a plus;

• TOC/DBR, Lean manufacturing experience a plus;

• Ability to successfully integrate complex business processes in a job shop, made-to-order manufacturing environment;

• Proven executive-level leadership capabilities required;

• Extremely organized with excellent written and oral communications skills;

• High analytical ability to problem solves at multiple levels;

• Understanding of quality tools used in a manufacturing environment;

• In-depth experience with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, etc.;

• Understanding of scheduling and manpower planning;

• Understanding of Human Resources practices, i.e., hiring, counseling, payroll, benefits.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.

**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.

EEO

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category

Production - Operations & Support