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Operations Manager - Iowa

Posted: 01/07/2025

JOB TITLE: Operations Manager - Iowa
FLSA : Exempt
REPORTS TO:  COO
DEPARTMENT: Executive
 
Job Overview

The Operations Manager is responsible for the effective and successful management of labor, productivity, quality control, and safety measures as established and set for the Operations Department. The Operations Manager will ensure safe and efficient operations at Ebco’s Iowa location. Serve as a company representative on regulatory issues. Enhance the operational procedure, systems, and principles in the areas of information flow and management, business processes, enhanced management reporting, and look for opportunities to expand systems. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable laws.
 
Essential Functions
This job will be expected to complete the following functions. This is not an all-inclusive list. This job may be assigned other functions or tasks. This is meant to be a general description of the most essential functions only.
 
  • Plans and organizes daily activities related to warehouse and quality operations.
  • Measures productivity by analyzing performance data, financial data, and activity reports.
  • Coordinates with other support departments such as human resources, finance, and logistics to ensure successful operations.
  • Oversees the daily operations including: quality assurance, warehouse, and invoicing functions.
  • Determines labor needs to meet production goals.
  • Assists with budget preparation for operations unit.
  • Assists with, or prepares and updates, organizations operations manual and policies.
  • Participate in Management Review.
  • Identify and log opportunities for improvement.
  • Initiate corrective action for any products or processes affecting customers.
  • Other duties as assigned.
 
 
Requirements (Education, Certifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
 
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Management, Business Administration, or related field required; M.B.A. preferred.
  • 5+ Years of prior experience in Operations Management required.
  • Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of operations and production management.
  • Ability to interpret financial data as needed to set production goals.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
  • Strong Understanding of Global Supply Chain, including ocean and air shipments.
 
Physical Requirements and Working Environment 
Physical Demands 
 
 Light work that includes moving objects up to 25 pounds. 
Physical Factors Standing 
Sitting   
Walking   
Feeling      
Tools Used  Office equipment 
Environmental Conditions
 
Work near moving mechanical parts
 
 
This is to acknowledge that I have received a copy of the Ebco job description.
I understand that I am employed at the discretion of Ebco and that my employment may be terminated with or without cause at the sole discretion of Ebco.
I understand that I am to read and familiarize myself with contents of this job description and execute the duties as described. I further understand that my employment with Ebco is for no definite period, and that this job description is not a contract of employment, but rather a helpful summary of my job duties.  I understand that I am responsible for other duties as assigned by my supervisor or management.
I also understand that during my employment, management may find it necessary to modify my job and this job description. They may do so with or without prior notice to me.

Type of Employment: Full-Time