Senior Manager, Operations (CT Site Leader)

Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Job Summary

Directs and coordinates the activities of the Operations organization to obtain optimum efficiency and maximize profits. Proactively pursues continuous improvement opportunities in the production and distribution environment and quickly implements remedies to issues that might prevent meeting or exceeding performance goals. Drives organizational objectives to functional departments and value streams through subordinate managers and supervisors. Responsible for safety, costs, methods, operations, quality and quantity of production output.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the Nordson Business System growth framework strategy (NBS Next) for the site
• Develop, recommend and execute on Continues Improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives with NBS Next framework and a focus on safety, cost of poor quality, on-time delivery, productivity, cost reduction, and overall margin improvement
• Control and reduce manufacturing costs in support of product margin targets established by the business area by controlling material, direct labor, and overhead costs.
• Responsible for the efficient manufacturing and delivery of all products, including all service materials from the US, serving a global customer base. Meet the operations business needs by delivering on time, to required quality whilst effectively managing levels of direct labor and Inventory.
• Ensure alignment with other EFD locations supporting the EFD business.
• Measure, track, and respond to performance KPI results to support business commitments to the corporation.
• Maintain facility processes and regularly measure the results in support of global business targets in growth, productivity, cost reduction, inventory control, delivery performance
• Develop a high-performing operations team in support of the enterprise's long-term human resource goals. Establish training and development programs as required.
• Maintain measurement system for the operational aspects of the enterprise.
• Foster a culture of accountability and ownership through agile and effective communications, processes, and execution with transparency, empowerment, calmness, resilience, and confidence.
• Responsibility for the site overall.
• Plans, designs, prioritizes and implements initiatives that result in continuous improvement of customer satisfaction, manufacturing efficiency, and profitability.
• Coaches and directs the efforts of direct reports to develop and implement plans to continually evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of their areas of responsibility. Use the results of these assessments to improve departmental and company-wide processes.
• Creates increasing customer satisfaction via enhanced availability of key products and reduced lead times while minimizing the value of raw material, work in process, and finished goods inventory.
• Coordinates the creation and maintenance of appropriate levels of manufacturing capacity.
• Participates in and contributes to the strategic and operating plan processes.
• Participates in the review of product designs and specifications to ensure that new products are designed for manufacturability. Supports overall product development efforts.
• Practices good housekeeping to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• 8 - 10 years of professional experience in a manufacturing operations leadership role.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a matrixed organizational structure.
• Outstanding leadership competencies demonstrated through a solid history of career progression.
• Results oriented, approach focused on developing and building high performance teams.
• Ability to manage at all levels, communicate a clear and compelling CI agenda and influence others to support timely achievement of initiatives and goals.
• Strategic, critical thinker with strong analytical skills and financial acumen.
• Creative thinker who can develop and implement new ideas and approaches.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• MBA

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Office & Manufacturing environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required

Minimal

Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

About Nordson EFD

Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson EFD. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.