Operations Manager

Automha is a sales-driven leader in innovative, high-density case and pallet storage solutions in the supply chain industry. For over 40 years, Automha has been on the cutting edge of warehouse automation. We seek a highly skilled and experienced Operations Manager to join our team in Oakville. Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Operations Manager (OM) is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the company's operational and project activities to enhance their effectiveness and functionality. The OM is responsible for managing and coordinating operational processes to ensure all deadlines are met, costs are controlled, and the quality of the products and systems as sold by the business is maximized. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential to effectively manage the operations team with multiple projects, and to deliver optimal storage solutions to satisfy our clients. What we Offer Competitive wages and group benefits plan, including dental and vision care Matching RSP program Exciting and challenging opportunity to help our business grow An awesome team of dedicated individuals Responsibilities Coordinate and optimize all installation, resources and purchasing activities for the company after projects move from Sales to Operations Review project documents in order to confirm and define project scope and objectives once projects have been secured Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan in both individual and summary reviews Prepare budgets, predict and procure resources needed to reach project goals. Manage project resources in an effective and efficient manner Coordinate with internal project team members and external parties to ensure that project objectives are understood and aligned and that project milestones are being achieved according to the schedule and the budget Work with Finance and Engineering to ensure all projects costing tools are accurate and updated on a regular frequency Work with the Controller to track projects, costs against project budgets, and prepare monthly reports to be shared with senior management Report technical issues and opportunities encountered on current projects on a timely basis to minimize financial implications. Assist with the implementation of active and passive invoicing and the collection control process Support Management in resolving disputes with customers and suppliers. Support the aftermarket in a timely fashion with updates related to handing projects over to service for customer training and warranty startup. Leadership Provide leadership to the staff of the Operational Department Develop training programs and handle staff discipline, morale, and hiring Conduct performance reviews for direct reports Participate as a member of the senior leadership team Other related duties as required. Qualifications Minimum 10 years of related experience in an automated material handling environment or equivalent required Minimum 5 years of successful experience managing industrial Project Management teams required Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is preferred Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices preferred; strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required. Proficiency with Smartsheet is an asset. Experience seeing projects through the entire life cycle required Strong Financial understanding in order to develop costing and reporting modules for senior management Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and work well in a team Ability to implement new systems and processes on a timely basis Ability to work across cross-functional departments Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of implementing new systems and processes. Valid passport and the ability to travel throughout North America and other parts of the world without restriction. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those select…

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