Operations Manager

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Operations Leadership:
  • Assures a clean and safe working environment for all employees, emphasizing prevention of potential problems and hazardous conditions.
  • Take charge of and handle all production resources to ensure the fulfillment of all agreed-upon critical metrics (KPIS).
  • Responsible for the execution of the production plan of your plant.
  • Establish manufacturing strategy that supports overall central initiatives.
  • Define manufacturing improvement goals and supporting programs to reduce setup, improve productivity and quality, reduce manufacturing cycle time, lower conversion costs, minimize machine downtime and achieve on time delivery.
  • Implement cost reduction programs and reengineer existing processes to reduce the manufacturing cost of sales.
• Lean/Manufacturing:
  • Actively participate in process Improvement activities via Lean as well as root cause analysis of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and/or Cost abnormalities.
  • Identify, design, & Implement process improvements including machine, die, and tooling design & fabrication/acquisition.
  • Evaluate process for automation opportunities.
  • Work directly with the site Lean Leader as well as other site leadership in implementing lean enterprise principles consistent with SPARK.
  • Develops, writes, and implements capital equipment requests.
  • Owns the execution of the Total Productive Maintenance process, ensuring the workforce follows TPM process, while advising on improvement opportunities.
• Compliance:
  • Assures a clean and safe working environment for all employees, emphasizing Risk Identification for the prevention of potential problems and hazardous conditions.
  • Maintains compliance with site environmental permits as well as hazardous waste disposal.
• General:
  • Directly supervises, coaches and develops Production Supervisors in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws assuring a safe and productive environment.
  • May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related. An MBA or equivalent experience is helpful.
• 5 + years of validated experience in a manufacturing environment (Metal Mechanic desirable).
• 5 + years of direct leadership experience is required.
• Fluent English & Polish.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Lean Management, Lean Core Tools, Lean Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies (preferred).
• Power BI experience is advantageous.
• Skilled at effective communications at both technical and leadership levels.
• Skill in conflict resolution including the ability to address difference of opinions or facts and use the most appropriate method to reach an effective solution.
• Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external, and establish credibility with business partners.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize time/workload and delegate work in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to effectively coach and develop staff growth and development.
• Able to adjust work schedule to accommodate operational needs.
• Excellent project management, good interpersonal and presentation skills.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

• • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

• • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance.

Monthly Gross Compensation Range:

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual or long-term incentives.

Benefits

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible employees that includes:

• Comprehensive Private Health Care (including dental coverage)

• Retirement Pension Plan for long-term financial security

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan to share in company success

• 100% Funded Language Courses and subsidies for further studies

• Reward & Recognition Program to celebrate your achievements

• Christmas & Holiday contributions

• Canteen / Meal passes