Operations Manager

About the Business

KAB Seating Pty Ltd was established in Australia in 1984 and currently operates across 4 branches, Perth, Melbourne, New South Wales and Queensland with two manufacturing facilities among them. KAB provides quality seating options for forklift, mining, construction, marine, 4x4, emergency vehicles, defense, transport and more.

About the role

An opportunity to join the KAB team as the new Operations Manager has become available with projects coming up. The Operations Manager is responsible for the strategic direction and leadership of the overall operations, which includes manufacturing processes, staff, resources, safety and facility management. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Operations Manager will oversee the Line Managers, Purchasing and Quality functions and assist these departments in reaching their goals and improving their processes.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow between each department to ensure quality products are produced and meet customer requirements
• Oversee the selection and procurement of raw materials for projects
• Ensure the on-going communication with customers on key information regarding quality and delivery details
• Manage the QA processes within the company
• Manage material planning, forecasting, production scheduling and cost control
• Manage contracts and/or monitor the provision of services to ensure standards and requirements are maintained and in line with arrangements
• Ensure orders from customers are scheduled in the most efficient and economical manner
• Monitor and control work in progress
• Manage repairs & maintenance of facility and equipment
• Develop and implement new operations strategies for creating and improving processes and procedures to improve manufacturing performance

About you

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferable but not required)
• 3 or more years of relevant experience in similar roles
• LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement experience
• Proven leadership, supervisory skills and people management/negotiation skills
• Sound understanding of safety management and quality management requirements in a manufacturing environment
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a commitment to meeting deadlines and achieving financial goals
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft office suites
• Excellent team building and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisation and time management skills