Operations Manager

Cornell Pump Company is a prominent industry leader with over 77 years of experience and continuous growth, we specialize in crafting centrifugal pumps. Our manufacturing facilities located in Clackamas, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington allow us to serve diverse sectors such as Agriculture, Industrial, Municipal, Rental, and Mining.

Cornell Pump Company is seeking an experienced, dynamic Operations Managerto join our team.While this position is based at our Clackamas, Oregon location, it will also have oversight of our Vancouver manufacturing facility.

The annual salary pay range is $120,000 - $135,000 (DOE)

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• FREE parking!
• A minimum of two weeks paid PTO and 10 paid holidays
• 401K Plan - 3% employer contribution, immediate full vesting, and matching based on your contribution
• Two medical plans: a PPO and an HDHP with an HSA
• Company-paid Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Dental/Vision coverage
• Two weeks of paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
• Supplemental health insurance: hospital, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Safety Shoes: Get up to $250 reimbursed every two years or receive a voucher for safety shoes
• Prescription Safety Glasses: Get up to $250 reimbursement every two years or a voucher for glasses
• Employee Rewards and Recognition Program
• Coffee and healthy snacks are provided daily
• Summer food truck Fridays, a summer party for the family, holiday events, and Santa Day for the kids

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The individual will be responsible for developing and implementing operational strategies to align with company objectives, emphasizing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality improvement. They will lead and inspire a diverse team to foster collaboration and high performance, while also optimizing processes, managing the supply chain, maintaining quality standards, and efficiently allocating resources to achieve operational targets within budgetary constraints.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company’s overall objectives, focusing on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality improvement.
• Lead and inspire a diverse team of operations professionals, including production managers, supply chain specialists, and other key stakeholders. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and ensure the highest quality standards. Implement Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Oversee Planning and Procurement, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and products. Build strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners.
• Establish and maintain rigorous quality control measures to uphold product quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve any quality issues.
• Optimize resource allocation, including manpower, equipment, and technology, to meet production targets efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Develop and manage the Operations budget, ensuring financial objectives are met while maintaining operational excellence.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages multiple supervisors/managers at various sites who supervise the Materials Department, Quality Personnel, and Shop Personnel and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these areas.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Proven 10+ years’ experience in senior operations management roles within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on Lean implementation experience (required)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Accomplished in driving Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and quality control
• Demonstrated proficiency in leadership and team management, consistently fostering high-performance teams

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you now, or will you in the future, require immigration sponsorship for work authorization (e.g., H-1B)? (If hired, verification will be required consistent with federal law.)
• Please share your motivation behind your current job search and specifically, what draws you to consider joining Cornell Pump Company.
• What is your minimum annual salary pay requirement?
• This role is based in our Clackamas, Oregon office, with frequent travel to our Vancouver, Washington location. Can you reliably commute to both locations?
• What measures do you take to establish and maintain rigorous quality control standards in operations? Please describe a situation where you had to address and resolve a quality issue.
• Please describe your experience with developing and implementing operational strategies in your previous roles. What specific methodologies or approaches have you found most effective?
• Please discuss your experience with developing and managing operational budgets. How do you ensure financial objectives are met while maintaining operational excellence?

Work Location: In person