Operations Director

Job Description:

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Operations Director is responsible for the operational aspects of Newton site encompassing production, supply chain, HSE, and warehouse functions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and direction to the operations teams

Oversee day to day operations of the production facility & financial aspects of the operations in line with budgets

Develop and maintain best practices and production efficiencies in line with the broader Terex Business Systems using lean techniques

Promote a culture of continuous improvement & strive towards best practice world class manufacturing

Improve the capabilities & capacity of the manufacturing unit, achieving on-time delivery & cost targets

Efficiently integrate new products into production

Lead, develop & motivate staff towards the achievement of targets & objectives on an ongoing basis

Act as an integral part of the sites S&OP process to ensure common understanding of capacity, build schedule and supply constraints

Collate and provide all management reports as requested to both site management and the wider Terex Materials Processing group

Provide relevant information and detail on an annual basis for the factory budgeting process in conjunction with the Financial Controller

Ensure timely and relevant communication with all relevant departments in the businesses

Ensure full compliance of entire team with site policies, procedures and HSE regulations

Cooperate with the wider Terex Materials Processing Group in relation to the implementation of manufacturing strategies and other relevant duties

Develop department strategies, business plans, and implement schedule to achieve goals

Conduct manager performance reviews and manage expectations

Oversee department’s overall performance and hold team accountable for meeting expectations

Ensure compliance to safety and all Company policies

Manage conflicts and provide solutions

Other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree is highly preferred

5+ years’ experience in a leadership position

A proven track record of operational achievement in a manufacturing environment is essential

Background of managing a fast moving manufacturing facility (preferably engineering) including supply chain & Warehouse functions

Experience of and a proven track record of staff management, appraisal & development of teams

A strong motivator with excellent communication skills,

Proven track record of consistently meeting financial targets

Ability to motivate and lead a team

Excellent communication & IT skills

Drive and energy for results

Practical and commercially aware

Flexible in approach and hard working

Business acumen

Strategic ability and innovative

Ability to prioritise and organise

Timely decision making

Ability to work in an environment that is fluid with changing priorities

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.  We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce.  Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.  Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members.  To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com. 

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.