Operations Manager

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission. ​

The Role :

Our site in Billerica, Massachusetts is seeking a new Operations Manager to join our team. The Operations Manager will be responsible and accountable for the manufacturing operations. They can look forward to working collaboratively with colleagues and direct reports within the manufacturing organization to ensure that orders are processed according to customer’s expectations while remaining focused on safety, service, quality, and agility through supervision of staff and allocation of resources.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate successful execution of production orders by defining equipment and employee schedules, defining priorities and ensuring consistent workflow between shifts.
• Maintain accountability for the safety, quality, cost, throughput and delivery of assigned manufacturing operation
• Operate production in accordance with EH&S requirements; wear proper personal protective equipment.
• Cultivate a culture of commitment to safety excellence while ensuring responsible and disciplined operations within the plant. Ensure compliance with legal and environmental safety standards. Actively participate in and encouraging the employees to participate in the Safety, Ergonomics and Environmental (SEE). Committee, and other company sponsored safety programs.
• Track and manage delivery performance. Manage resources to ensure enough capacity to achieve required production volumes. Assure ongoing improvement in product quality as measured by CAR’s, QN’s and audit results through effective leadership of team
• Coach and mentor staff on Lean & Six Sigma tools. Sponsor Lean events. Implement the appropriate measures (metrics/SCOR) to drive continuous improvements and best practices
• Champion use of CI tools in driving plant improvement to develop and implement strategic initiatives relative to inventory, capacity utilization and growth opportunities
• Guide and support new product transition activities from engineering to volume production in area
• Review processing schedules or production orders to make decisions concerning staffing, work procedures and assignments, while considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
• Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems. Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and direct reports to adjust for changes in manufacturing conditions, including demand.
• Manage metrics tracking and performance, related to the manufacturing and operations of the cell or value stream.
• Ensure that all setups are designed and ready for production and that all manufacturing processes are functioning and available for production according to the schedule.
• Provide recognition to employees. Proactively address issues with employee with supportive documentation. Adhere to Company policies and procedures. Conduct timely performance reviews. Coordinate effective delegation of work assignments and training. Conduct shift meetings at a minimum of once per week
• Ensure personnel is effectively trained regarding the operation of new and existing equipment and processes.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned in support of the larger organization and production goals

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What We Seek:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or related technical field
• 5+ years of supervisory experience, ideally leading a cross-functional team within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication, planning, organization and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to the needs of a 24/5 work environment, work force, and customers’ needs.
• The drive to challenge the status quo and manage the team and production environment with integrity and a bias toward action
• Curiosity and drive to learn new things and push improvements forward
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, recruitment, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Ability to perform job tasks, including lifting, using ladders, and climbing stairways

Outstanding Candidates Will Have:

• Experience with SAP
• Demonstrated experience with equipment and process qualification and scale up.

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.