Operations Manager - Valves and Actuators at Woodward in Fort Collins

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Production Operations Manager Woodward's Industrial product division in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking a Production Operations Manager who will responsible for leading all day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement objectives ae achieved. This role drives operational excellence through strategic planning, process optimization, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives while aligning plant performance with overall business objectives. Estimated annual base pay: $110,000-$150,000 All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Manage and oversee the operational team, ensuring that performance targets and quality standards are consistently met. Operational Planning: Develop and adapt departmental plans, budgets and priorities to address resource allocation and operational challenges effectively. (Responsible for budget and cost control.) Performance Management: Conduct member performance appraisals, handle hiring and training processes, and implement development plans to enhance team capabilities. Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) including OEE, throughput, scrap, on-time delivery, and labor efficiency. Problem Resolution: Identify and resolve technical and operational issues, ensuring minimal disruption to departmental objectives and overall performance. Cross Functional Coordination: Collaborate with other departments to integrate business processes and achieve strategic operational goals. Key Skills: Leadership: The ability to guide, motivate, and inspire multiple teams or departments to achieve organizational goals by aligning resources, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving accountability across broader operations. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving: The ability to lead teams in analyzing situations, evaluate options, and develop effective solutions using logic, creativity, and sound judgment. Operational Management: Proficient in managing and motivating teams to enhance performance and achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. Adept at monitoring and managing financial performance, including budgeting and cost control within the area of responsibility. Communication: Sets example and models excellent communication skills with stakeholders, support teams, and with own