Position:Operations Manager

Location:Somerset, NJ USA

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This position develops and implements best practice strategies to bring about and sustain change within the Field Service, Supply Chain and Warehouse operations at this location and support the organizations continued aim to deliver exceptional customer service at the lowest cost. This position is responsible in driving the improvement efforts throughout the Supply Chain/Vendor Management, Purchasing of Services and Warehouse, (assembly & repair) operations along with coordinating efforts to share and implement best practice solutions throughout the Somerset operations. This position is responsible for local inventory management of rental, service and inventory assets and managing the day to day repair and refurbishing within the workshop/warehouse operations. This position is also responsible for procurement and supply chain management strategies in the Somerset location. A strong customer focus is required with the ability to meet the customer’s needs creatively and aggressively in very short timeframes.

Responsibilities of this individual include:

  • Ensure all HSEQ policies and practices are communicated, implemented and followed
  • Ensures the highest standard of service is delivered to customers through timely delivery of quality equipment and competent manpower
  • Maintain 6S standards throughout facility.
  • Manage refurbish, repair and assembly area and all associated processes
  • Manage order fill process throughout service/rental warehouse and new product inventory
  • Liaise with Sales team to communicate stock availability issues regarding customer orders
  • Manage inventory through visual management systems
  • Utilize LEAD practices and other Hydratight workshop environments to ensure implementation and standardization of best practice processes
  • Conduct performance appraisals with hourly and salaried personnel in workshop and office environment
  • Carry out and maintain risk assessments on all workshop activities
  • Implement strategic KPI’s throughout production and administrative processes
  • Analyze KPI results and drive appropriate corrective actions
  • Ensure correct training is available to relevant personnel and records are kept up to date.
  • Maintain sickness, holiday and vacation records for appropriate personnel.
  • Communicate company and HR announcements to all workshop and office personnel.
  • Conduct regular monthly employee communication meetings
  • Manage the Inventory and SLOB process with monthly financial reviews and appropriate actions
  • Develop strategic KPI’s to measure and evaluate on time performance abilities in rental and product sale value streams
  • Manages the delivery process to ensure up to date and correct information is available for accurate invoicing
  • Monitor supply chain delivery performance and communicate feedback to suppliers as appropriate
  • Manage overall supply chain activities and strategies in Somerset location

Qualified individuals will possess the following attributes:

  • Four year degree in Business / Manufacturing / Supply Chain Management with 5-7 years of related experience in an assembly/repair and field service operations environment
  • Proven track record in supply chain management including experience in negotiating contractual agreements with suppliers
  • Proven track record in process and procedure planning, inventory management and SLOB control.
  • Must have a minimum of 5 years experience directly managing teams larger than 10.

Hydratight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.

Hydratight will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

No agencies please.