Manufacturing and Production Operations Manager

Inside the Role

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

Position offers an annual salary of $134,770.00.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• 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 SQDCM (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale) related targets, utilizing TOS fundamentals. The Operating Unit Manager will also be responsible to coach, mentor and develop the team members. Develop area teams through coaching and mentoring, to help promote a safe, happy, 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 "Blue Sky", 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. Make responsible ad hoc decisions regarding product quality and cost-effective repairs.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business Logistics, or related field
• 5 years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience must include: experience with Truck Operating systems and tools; and experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

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Where We Work

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

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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.