What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing?
Job Posting Title
Operations Manager
Job Description Summary
AAM is searching for an Operations Manager to join our Fraser, MI team.
As an Operations Manager, you will oversee operations, ensuring that schedules and performance requirements are met and system resources are used effectively. You will also manage staffing, development, and performance management programs for operations staff; motivate and develop management team, and maintain relationships with business, sales, and engineering; define, deliver, and manage required service levels.
Job Description
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.
AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Operations Manager
Job Description Summary
AAM is searching for an Operations Manager to join our Fraser, MI team.
As an Operations Manager, you will oversee operations, ensuring that schedules and performance requirements are met and system resources are used effectively. You will also manage staffing, development, and performance management programs for operations staff; motivate and develop management team, and maintain relationships with business, sales, and engineering; define, deliver, and manage required service levels.
Job Description
- Manage outcomes for product and operations associates by recruiting, training, scheduling, coaching, and overseeing performance; enforce policies and ensure consistent communication of expectations.
- Plan and review compensation actions, conduct performance evaluations, and support team development to maintain a high-performing workforce.
- Support strategic goals by contributing to action plans, implementing standards for productivity, quality, safety, and customer service, and identifying areas for operational improvement.
- Analyze customer orders and production requirements to determine plant priorities; coordinate resources across equipment, materials, and staffing.
- Issue and adjust processing plans and schedules in alignment with sales and warehouse needs.
- Monitor plant output and respond to new processing demands; resolve scheduling issues through collaboration and data analysis.
- Prepare and maintain accurate planning reports by collecting and summarizing key operational data and performance trends.
- Support cross-functional efforts and assist with additional duties as needed to contribute to the success of operations and the organization.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
- 8 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Progressive leadership experience.
- Knowledge of Lean Management and Continuous Improvement.
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.
AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.