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Sr. Operations Director - Multi-Site

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

 

 

Overview:

 

Responsible for leading operational excellence for the Acme North America manufacturing locations.  This position will drive continuous improvement efforts to ensure world-class performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Supply Chain management and Capacity utilization with a focus on customer satisfaction.

 

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provides leadership to operations organizations. Responsible for ensuring that jobs are manufactured safely, maintaining the highest quality standards and on time delivery while insuring continuous cost improvement.
  • Leads manufacturing operations toward significant productivity gains, capacity utilization, delivery performance and resource utilization.
  • Drives Continuous Improvement culture: within operations and support the company culture change.
  • Responsible for driving daily management processes to improve KPIs.
  • Develops and implements strategic and operational initiatives designed to meet the short- and long-term growth plans for the organization.
  • Improves customer service and satisfaction through policy and procedural changes.
  • Leads coordination and integration of efforts among operations, engineering, technology, and customer service divisions to produce smoother workflow and more cost-effective business processes.
  • Plans, directs, controls, implements, evaluates, monitors, and forecasts budgets and cost of sales in each division to achieve financial objectives. 
  • Provides leadership to the organization’s management team while fostering a culture of high-performance, accountability, professional development, and ethical behavior.
  • Attract, train and develop a world-class team focused on meeting the customer objectives.
  • Drives a culture committed to customers, teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.

 

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

 
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university.
  • 10+ years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

 

 

Desired Characteristics, Competence and capabilities:
  • Technical or Engineering degree/background is preferred. Advance degree preferred
  • Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to respond quickly to customer needs
  • Proven track record of driving results in areas of safety, quality delivery, metrics and financials.
  • Ability to influence and lead change throughout the organization.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships by working effectively in global teams and on collaborative activities.
  • Ability to work independently and possess a high level of self-motivation. 
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively problem-solve.
  • Computer proficiency in a Windows environment is required, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.  Experience using Salesforce.com is preferred.

 

 

Work Arrangement : Onsite  

 

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact opwaccommodations@acmecryo.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Pennsylvania : Allentown

Sub Division : CES - North America

Job Requisition ID : 56359

Job Function :


Nearest Major Market: Allentown
Job Segment: Operations Manager, Environmental Engineering, Supply Chain Manager, Outside Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Sales

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