Operations Manager

About Day and Zimmermann At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition.
As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.
S.
Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond.
With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://dayzim.
com Job Description We’re looking for an on-site full-time, staff Operations Manager to join our Day & Zimmermann team located in Parsons, KS.
The incumbent for this role will enjoy a 4-day workweek: Mon - Fri, day shift! As the Operations Manager here’s the work you’ll do: Leads, manages, and coordinates matrix organizational functions to achieve customer and Company requirements and goals for assigned programs and projects (budget, schedule, quality of deliverables).
Directs production schedule to meet required delivery dates managing manpower, inventory, and delivery dates as necessary.
Establishes staffing requirements and maintains manpower forecasts for all functions within production area.
Coordinates daily work assignments, re-assigns personnel as needed to complete schedule.
Provides guidance and leadership to supervisory subordinates in planning operations to meet established schedules within budgets.
Customer facing role to understand needs and requirements, grow customer relationships, build company integrity, continuously improve customer satisfaction.
Analyzes production reports and recommends corrective action when necessary to produce scheduled items within established cost.
Assures that all production facilities and equipment are properly maintained and operated.
This role is for you if you have these skills: Strong oral and written communication skills and strong presentation skills; Ability to represent the company in a professional manner to win customer confidence; Ability to understand and communicate technical issues.
Ability to problem solve using quantitative and qualitative approaches.
Deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Organized in approach to work.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Ability to analyze equipment, process, and output to insure optimal performance.
Working knowledge of machinery.
Proficiency in Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, and other software programs is needed.
Proactive and responds promptly to customer needs both internal and external.
Maintains confidentiality.
Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
Has excellent phone skills.
Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
And if you have these qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or technical field, or related experience in-lieu of degree.
Length of Experience: Minimum five (5) years of progressively complex experience in a manufacturing/industrial background is required with a minimum of 2 years experience as an Operations/Production Supervisor, equivalent or higher level.
Certifications: Government Secret Clearance may be required.
Licenses/ Registrations: Valid driver's license is required.
Other: SAP experience preferred.
Great attitude and team player.
Successful completion of background screening process.
Salary In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $104,080.
00 - $156,120.
00.
This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
(The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).
We care about our employees, and it shows.
Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members! To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation: Visual acuity (e.
g.
, needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery).
Balancing (e.
g.
maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.
).
Stooping (e.
g.
bending the spine at the waist).
Reaching (e.
g.
reaching the arms or legs in any direction).
Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 25 pounds.
Walking.
Kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Pushing or pulling (e.
g.
using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion).
Manual Dexterity (e.
g.
picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers).
Grasping (e.
g.
use of hand to apply pressure).
Feeling (e.
g.
perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.
).
Climbing (e.
g.
ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc.
using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb).
Hearing.
Talking.
Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
Capacity to express thoughts orally.
Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.
g.
extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.
).
SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner: Stephan (Stef-an) Shinholt Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company.
Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made.
Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status.
Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.
com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.