Manufacturing Operations Manager
Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and being part of creating complex, turnkey electromechanical systems? Are you a dynamic and energetic leader who has experience managing operations within a manufacturing and production environment? If so, you may find the Operations Manager position in our Process Equipment Division highly intriguing!
Why choose the Kurt J. Lesker Company?
The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor, space exploration, automotive, solar, medical devices, and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability, which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years.
Overview of
Responsibilities:
The Operations Manager role includes managing all aspects of operations from utilizing the ERP system, to supply chain management, purchasing, a small machine shop, inventory, warehousing, assembly, test & service. The role is responsible for operational efficiencies, measured via capacity, production costs, on-time delivery, quality & ultimately, profitability. This position is also responsible for ensuring continuous evolution & development of all processes, methods, equipment and people to maximize competitiveness. This is a senior, hands-on role, reporting directly to the Vice President, with substantial contribution to the 3-year strategic planning process, along with ownership of the relevant department annual budgets.
Key Job Elements:
Manage, motivate, develop & recruit staff to meet business needs
Cultivate key people within each department
Contribute strongly to the 3 Year Strategic Plan process
Set departmental policies & goals
Implement operations-wide process improvements
Establish project and job priorities
Establish key metrics and measure change
Create, own & meet department budgets
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
_Required _
Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience
7
years of successful operations management with purchasing, inventory & manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of modern manufacturing practices such as 5S, Lean etc.
A proven track-record realizing sustained step-change improvements
Understanding of mechanical & electrical components
Strong management and communication skills
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
Experienced working with ERP systems
Infrequent travel, both domestic and International, may be required
_Preferred _
Experience in a high variation, low to medium volume environment
Experience working with Microsoft D365
Benefits we offer to enhance your lifestyle:
On-site Gym and Running Trail
Climate Controlled Environment
Health & Wellness Programs including mental, physical, and financial (on-site yoga, meditation, seminars, flu shots, biometrics Screening, annual 5K and waste pick up events, etc.)
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
Recycling program, solar panels and electric vehicle plug in station
Paid time off
401(k) with employer match
Office-wide events
Employee recognition programs
Ernst & Young LLP - Entrepreneur Of The Year East Central Award to Kurt J. Lesker IV
Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at hr@lesker.com or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.
#LI-Onsite
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health savings account
Referral program
Retirement plan
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
What is your desired compensation range?
Ability to Commute:
Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Jefferson Hills, PA 15025: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In personEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Why choose the Kurt J. Lesker Company?
The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor, space exploration, automotive, solar, medical devices, and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability, which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years.
Overview of
Responsibilities:
The Operations Manager role includes managing all aspects of operations from utilizing the ERP system, to supply chain management, purchasing, a small machine shop, inventory, warehousing, assembly, test & service. The role is responsible for operational efficiencies, measured via capacity, production costs, on-time delivery, quality & ultimately, profitability. This position is also responsible for ensuring continuous evolution & development of all processes, methods, equipment and people to maximize competitiveness. This is a senior, hands-on role, reporting directly to the Vice President, with substantial contribution to the 3-year strategic planning process, along with ownership of the relevant department annual budgets.
Key Job Elements:
Manage, motivate, develop & recruit staff to meet business needs
Cultivate key people within each department
Contribute strongly to the 3 Year Strategic Plan process
Set departmental policies & goals
Implement operations-wide process improvements
Establish project and job priorities
Establish key metrics and measure change
Create, own & meet department budgets
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
_Required _
Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience
7
years of successful operations management with purchasing, inventory & manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of modern manufacturing practices such as 5S, Lean etc.
A proven track-record realizing sustained step-change improvements
Understanding of mechanical & electrical components
Strong management and communication skills
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
Experienced working with ERP systems
Infrequent travel, both domestic and International, may be required
_Preferred _
Experience in a high variation, low to medium volume environment
Experience working with Microsoft D365
Benefits we offer to enhance your lifestyle:
On-site Gym and Running Trail
Climate Controlled Environment
Health & Wellness Programs including mental, physical, and financial (on-site yoga, meditation, seminars, flu shots, biometrics Screening, annual 5K and waste pick up events, etc.)
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
Recycling program, solar panels and electric vehicle plug in station
Paid time off
401(k) with employer match
Office-wide events
Employee recognition programs
Ernst & Young LLP - Entrepreneur Of The Year East Central Award to Kurt J. Lesker IV
Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at hr@lesker.com or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.
#LI-Onsite
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health savings account
Referral program
Retirement plan
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
What is your desired compensation range?
Ability to Commute:
Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Jefferson Hills, PA 15025: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In personEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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