Operations Manager Assembly

Company ProfileWith over 80 years of innovation JCB is the worlds largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continentsincluding the United States the United Kingdom India and BrazilJCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers backhoe loaders excavators wheel loaders compact excavators skid steer loaders compact track loaders access aerial work platforms rough terrain forklifts and the heart of JCBs success are its people. As a family-owned business we are accountable to our customersnot shareholderswhich gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer JCB we stand behind our productsand our namewith pride and commitment to PurposeThe Operations Manager - Assembly is responsible for leading all assembly manufacturing operations to ensure the safe efficient and cost-effective production of world-class equipment. This role provides strategic and day-to-day leadership for production teams supervisors and department managers while driving operational excellence through safety quality delivery cost and continuous improvement Operations Manager will develop and execute manufacturing strategies that support business objectives capacity growth workforce development new product introductions and productivity improvements. This position plays a critical role in building a high-performance culture focused on accountability employee engagement process discipline and customer TypeFull Time ExemptLocationOnsite: 2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler Georgia 31322Schedule2nd shift Monday Thursday 4:00p-2:30a w/ overtime on FridaysBenefits and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on October 2 2026. Major Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesOperational LeadershipLead all assembly operations to achieve established Safety Quality Delivery Cost and Morale (SQDCM) production schedules are achieved while maintaining compliance with quality standards operational procedures and customer and execute operational strategies that support company growth production demands and organizational daily production performance and implement corrective actions to address gaps in efficiency throughput and with Supply Chain Engineering Quality Maintenance Materials and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure smooth operations and production Leadership & Workforce DevelopmentProvide leadership coaching and development to supervisors department managers and production a culture of accountability ownership teamwork and continuous succession planning efforts and develop leadership talent across the manufacturing workforce planning activities to ensure adequate staffing levels to support production performance reviews and establish measurable goals for direct Quality & ComplianceChampion a world-class safety culture by ensuring compliance with all company policies OSHA regulations and environmental investigations into safety incidents implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety a quality-first culture focused on defect prevention right-first-time manufacturing and customer compliance with all documented manufacturing processes work instructions and quality Improvement & Lean ManufacturingDrive Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve productivity reduce waste enhance efficiency and optimize manufacturing Continuous Improvement methodologies including Kaizen 5S Standard Work Root Cause Analysis Value Stream Mapping and Problem-Solving opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs while maintaining product quality and safety cross-functional teams in the implementation of process improvements and operational excellence Product Introduction & Capacity PlanningCollaborate with Engineering and Program Management teams to support successful New Product Introductions (NPI).Evaluate manufacturing readiness and ensure assembly operations are prepared for new products and production and implement plans for facility expansion process optimization tooling improvements and manufacturing capacity capital investment initiatives through feasibility studies business cases implementation planning and budget ManagementDevelop manage and monitor departmental budgets labor costs capital expenditures and operational production performance metrics and drive initiatives to improve profitability and resources are allocated appropriately to meet operational objectives while controlling and present operational performance reports to senior ResponsibilitiesMonitor and report key manufacturing performance departmental activities and adjust resources based on changing business special projects and strategic initiatives as duties as assignedKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Safety Incident RateLost Time AccidentsFirst Pass YieldOverall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)Schedule AttainmentLabor ProductivityCost per UnitInventory AccuracyEmployee RetentionAbsenteeismQuality Defects / ReworkContinuous Improvement SavingsOn-Time Delivery PerformanceMinimum QualificationsBachelors Degree in Engineering Manufacturing Business Operations Management or a related field. 10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within a high-volume manufacturing environment. 5 years of experience leading supervisors managers and large production teams. Demonstrated experience managing production schedules labor planning and manufacturing performance metrics. Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Continuous Improvement and problem-solving methodologies. Experience managing budgets capital projects and operational expenditures. Advanced leadership communication and organizational pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable QualificationsMasters Degree or MBA. Experience within heavy equipment construction equipment agricultural machinery automotive or industrial manufacturing environments. 10 years of manufacturing experience with broad exposure to assembly fabrication quality supply chain and maintenance functions. Lean Manufacturing Certification Six Sigma Green Belt Black Belt or equivalent Continuous Improvement certification. Experience leading multi-shift manufacturing operations. Demonstrated success driving cultural transformation operational excellence and large-scale manufacturing improvements. Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and facility expansion Skills Abilities & CompetenciesStrong problem-solving and analytical to work in a high-stress -oriented and able to work approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the to understand processes (system and non-system) troubleshoot develop and recommend working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word Excel PowerPoint Teams and Microsoft ConditionsManufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:Must be able to work flexible schedule including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pmMust be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs frequently and/or move up to 35lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to be able to perform continuous repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large be able to grasp/pinch small items reach out and up and turn be capable of keeping pace with current production be able to push/pull with reasonable be able to perform the following requirements of bending stooping climbing kneeling and standing for extended periods of be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures and dusty Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website athttps:// This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.