Operations Manager – Harrison, OH (JOB ID: 1186). Cincinnati Incorporated has been manufacturing machinery since the late 1890s. We pride ourselves on a hard day’s work and quality. Quality is not only seen in our products but also in our team members. CI employees have shaped the reputation and culture at CI with their uncompromising integrity, focus, and innovation. The icing on top of the cake: CI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Are you ready for your career at CI? Position Summary and Purpose: Plan, direct and coordinate the operations procurement functions in conjunction with manufacturing operations. Responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability of the purchasing, departmental, and organizational operations through the provision of effective methods and strategies, and ensuring these strategies are aligned with manufacturing objectives. Duties and Responsibilities: + Supervise Production Engineering Department to support Production Capacity Planning in addition with facilitating Process and Productivity Improvements in the Plant Operations + Liaison between Purchasing and Plant Operations ensuring inventory control and preferred outside resources are utilized to support forecast and achieve customer demand + Support Plant Operations in CAPEX through vendor review and cost/benefit analysis + Facilitate coordination and communication between support functions, i.e., HR, IT and Accounting for improved effectiveness + Establish and implement continuous improvement to support goals, objectives, and targets, conferring with Plant Management as necessary + Ensure the development and training of staff that meets defined performance standards + Maintain compliance to the company safety policies and procedures + Responsible for directing the work of other team members Education and Experience: REQUIRED: + B.S. in Business Administration or Engineering (preferred technical degree) + Eight or more years related experience VALUED BUT NOT REQUIRED: + Certification or Experience in implementing Lean Practices Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Characteristics, etc. REQUIRED: + Industry relevant production experience + Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management + Highly motivated, very detailed and service oriented with a proven track record + Knowledge of project management principles and practices + Strong communicator with positive attitude + Good critical thinking and problem solving skills + Commitment to company Core Values VALUED BUT NOT REQUIRED: + Strong mechanical or electrical background + Knowledgeable in Lean Practices, Six Sigma or other Continuous Improvement strategies. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical demands: Employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. EOE including Disabilities/Vets This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits and being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. You must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or recent lawful permanent resident to apply. Some more amazing benefits offered by Cincinnati Incorporated: ✓ Paid Vacations ✓ Paid Holiday and Personal Days ✓ Medical Insurance (including HSA) ✓ Dental Insurance ✓ Vision Insurance ✓ Accident Insurance ✓ Life Insurance: AD&D ✓ Disability Insurance ✓ Generous 401K Employer Match ✓ Flexible Spending Account ✓ Tuition Reimbursement ✓ Employee Assistance Program ✓ Parental Leave ✓ Managers Incentive Program