Operations Manager

  • Greenville
  • Autokiniton
Job Description

Operations Manager

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you'll get to:
  • Be responsible for the productivity and press utilization performance of the manufacturing and assembly operations.
  • Be responsible for overall coordination and communication of production goals.
  • Oversee plant-manning levels and ensure compliance and improvements to the budget.
  • Develop and drive the development of departmental strategy goals and identify, track key measurables to support the department goals.
  • Provide an active leadership role in meeting/exceeding customer expectations in all related areas.
  • Ensure accountability and discipline within the production department.
This salary role is a part of our Leadership team and reports to the Plant Manager.

Required experience:
  • Relevant experience as a Superintendent or Department Manager in a manufacturing environment with experience in a metals environment, or a combination of degree and experience and two (2) years of management experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in business related field, manufacturing, engineering or quality, preferred.
  • Possess knowledge of plant department functions and corresponding roles and interactions to facilitate overall plant synergy.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
  • Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to mentor and teach the team.
  • Experience in quality and environmental measurables such as IATF16949 and ISO14001.

Working conditions:

•We'll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you'll be:

This position is located at our Greenville facility in Fountain Inn, South Carolina offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

•Greenville SC is located situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately halfway between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC.

•Falls Park on the Reedy has riverside gardens, a suspension bridge and waterfall views.

•Crystal-clear lakes, pristine waterfalls and gorgeous mountain vistas make the Upcountry a destination all its own.

Why you'll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates - from entry-level to senior-level - with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.