Operations Manager (2nd Shift)

We are hiring Operations Managers for both 1st and 2nd shift. These roles are part of a large operations network responsible for supervising day-to-day activities of around 20-35 employees within a department/division where you will have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping and driving continuous improvement initiatives to redefine the culture and enhance the overall success of the operations network!

There are two possible locations for this position:

Kentwood West Plant - 4360 52nd St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512

Wood Plant - 4160 68th Street SE, Caledonia, MI 49316

The target starting base salary for this position is $90,000 - $100,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Steelcase considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

What You Will Be Doing:

Oversee all activities within a value stream(s) and integrates people and equipment to meet production schedules. Supervises and effectively manages people and product(s) within a division while leveraging policies, procedures, and company strategies to meet production commitments. Responsible for employee performance including having a significant influence on employment decisions. Collaborates with the Superintendent to control costs through the use of budgets and cost reduction programs; to ensure the value stream(s) meets, or exceeds, corporate goals and expectations; and to ensure all employees are properly trained for efficiency and safety. Works to meet quality goals set by corporate and meet customer expectations. Responsible to ensure company policies are being followed and the SEPS (Steelcase Employee Performance System) process is being followed and supported with appropriate documentation

Who You Are: 

Required Skills and Competencies

• 4-year degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of Leadership experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Proven lean manufacturing principles experience

Company Description:

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. For over a century, we have designed, manufactured and partnered with the world’s leading organizations to create furnishings and solutions for the many places where work happens — including learning, health and work from home. Through our research, we deliver insights and design innovation to our customers around the world.

Our solutions are brought to life through our Steelcase dealer community, Steelcase store and retail partners. And because we’re dedicated to doing our best work for the places we all share, we come together for people and the planet — using our business to help the world work better.