Manufacturing and Production Operations Manager

Inside the Role

Lead all functions within the Operating Unit to ensure the team produces trucks in the safest, most efficient, and with a never-ending push for the best quality mindset. The Operating Unit Manager will also ensure the department exceeds all SQDCME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale, and Environmental) related targets, utilizing TOS fundamentals. The Operating Unit Manager will also be responsible for coaching, mentoring and developing the staff and team members.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA

• Develop area staff and teams through coaching and mentoring, to help promote a safe, efficient and healthy work environment.
• Communicate relevant information and goals to the area teams, track targets and provide performance feedback to the areas.
• Help facilitate and develop continuous improvement strategies within the teams to create a strong plant continuous improvement culture. 
• Develop action plans to help execute the long-term vision of operations, involving all support areas.
• Monitor and revise manpower requirements when appropriate
• Generate and implement cost improvement projects.
• Plan and assign work, instruct in methods and procedures, check and approve work, handle complaints and grievances, and provide work guidance for employees.
• Recommend and make final decisions for hiring and promotions for staff.
• Make responsible ad hoc decisions regarding product quality and cost-effective repairs.

Knowledge You Should Bring

Education and Experience:

• BS/BA and 8+ years of relevant experience or 10+ years relevant experience leading team of people in a high-volume manufacturing setting in lieu of a degree.
• Familiar with Daimler Truck systems and TOS tools
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required.
• An attached resume is required
• Must be able to work with limited direction and be able to make critical decisions in complex situations.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Prior experience in manufacturing environment is preferred

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Cleveland, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.