Operations Manager

Operations Manager B&D Industrial

About B&D Industrial

B&D Industrial, headquartered in Macon, GA, epitomizes industrial innovation and service excellence, with its operations spanning two specialized divisions: MRO+Automation Solutions and Gearing+Reliability Solutions. These divisions collectively offer a broad spectrum of products and services, from maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) to advanced automation technologies, precision gears, and reliability services across various industrial sectors. The latest acquisition in 2024, American Gear, operating out of Michigan, highlights B&D Industrial's commitment to quality and American manufacturing excellence. Through its comprehensive offerings and forward-looking technologies, B&D Industrial stands as a trusted partner for industry aiming to enhance operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and embrace the future of industrial automation.

The company's core values are very clear in "GO BIG" with B&D.

The "Golden Rule" treat all other as you want to be treated

Own it - the buck stops with you when you get involved

Be the best we can be

Be Innovative

Go above and beyond for your customers About the role

The Operations Manager will plan and oversee the daily operations of the local branch to ensure goals and objectives are achieved.

Full-time hours may vary.

Travel may be required.

Location: Augusta, Ga

Salary range is based on experience. Responsibilities

Hires and trains new employees.

Organizes and oversees the schedules and work of assigned staff.

Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Plans and organizes daily activities related to production and operations.

Measures productivity by analyzing performance data, financial data, and activity reports.

Coordinates with other support departments such as human resources, finance, and logistics to ensure successful production operations.

Oversees the shipping and receiving functions.

Determines labor needs to meet production goals.

Assists with budget preparation for operations unit.

Coordinates with marketing and sales departments to determine pricing, timing, and number of sales promotions, and products to be sold.

Assists with, or prepares and updates, organization's operations manual and policies.

Performs other related duties as required Candidate requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent work experience required

Certification through the Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) preferred.

Five years of related experience required.

Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.

Extensive knowledge of operations and production management.

Ability to interpret financial data as needed to set production goals.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office are required.

Strong multitasking skills, attention to detail, writing, communication, and organizational skills.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel, reach with both hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, climb, balance, or crouch.

You may also be required to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

You must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds, rarely lift and/or move up to fifty pounds.

For the most part ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in typical office environment.

May require visits to customer sites with exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Work environment may involve some exposure to hazards, chemicals, or physical risk, which require following basic safety precautions.

Must have the ability to work independently, be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Must have excellent telephone and customer service skills.

Successful candidates must submit to post offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and have an acceptable 3-year Motor Vehicle Report as may be required by current company policy. Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k with match

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Company paid short-term and long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Life & ADD

Paid time off and holidays

And more...