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KIK Consumer Products Operations Manager in Alsip, Illinois
Operations Manager
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong background in leadership, sales, and profit loss management. As an Operations Manager, you will oversee business operations, drive business development, and lead process improvement initiatives.
If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, we invite you to apply for the Operations Manager position. Join us in our mission to achieve operational success through effective management strategies.
Your Role at KIK
Since 1927, Prestone® has protected drivers and their vehicles with cutting-edge products. From its iconic yellow jug antifreeze/coolant to its innovative stop leak line, the Prestone® brand honors its 90-year history by keeping its groundbreaking formulas laps ahead of the competition. The Operations Manager reports to the Plant Manager. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operations of the plant. You will be responsible for coordinating productivity across the various departments to ensure efficiency and exceptional service delivery. This is an incredible opportunity for candidates who are looking to make a significant impact in the Automotive industry, as well as advance their career within a reputable and supportive organization.
What You’ll Be Doing
Drive key departmental metrics related to safety, quality, cost, and production to ensure budget goals are met or exceeded.
Leads key productivity initiatives that may involve members of cross-functional teams from other shifts or departments.
Oversee programs to deliver positive employee relations, safety, communications, yield improvement, technology transfer, and process improvement to support operating and strategic goals.
Drive continuous improvement (waste/cost reduction, productivity improvement, cycle time reduction) through good manufacturing practices.
Ensures the success of all operational and maintenance metrics including delivery, productivity improvement, material inventory, and quality improvement.
Communicate daily with production planning and counterparts regarding safety, quality, scheduling, delivery, workload capacity, and staffing issues.
Analysis of equipment performance to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Manage and evaluate overall an individual’s performance within the department (adherence to standard work, attendance, safety, code of conduct, etc.), mentoring and developing the team to continue to grow their technical and interpersonal skills.
Drive rapid problem-solving/root cause analysis from the production floor.
Achieve cost reduction targets, reduce waste, improve quality, and identify and resolve ergonomic issues.
Understands and identifies EH&S Hazards, risks, and controls of the operations and activities at the site.
Drive the creation and improvement of standardized work.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5 years or more of equivalent experience in a manufacturing facility with lean manufacturing practices.
Desired career progression to plant management required.
Experience in management, manufacturing plant operations, and leadership preferably in an automotive or chemical industry.
Knowledge and experience with packaging, co-packaging, and chemical manufacturing.
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or 5S experience preferred.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, well organized and a team player mindset and behavior.
Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Detail oriented with solid accuracy and ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work independently, and interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
Experience with integrated/computerized manufacturing systems. JDE SAP experience is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications with a strong understanding of Excel.
Must be willing to be on call 24x7.
KIK offers very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. This position has a base salary range of $130,000 – 140,000 plus an annual incentive bonus. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.
About KIK
We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 20 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Europe, Asia, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. We are known by our portfolio of over 40 brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals, and Prestone® and Holts® automotive performance chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America for store-brand (“private label”) bleach and a leading private label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general purpose cleaning and other home care products.
Our global team of over 2,500 employees drive our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.
Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.
KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.
KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.
A Career with KIK Offers:
KIK offers very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.
Thank you for your interest and consideration of a position with KIK Consumer Products.
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