Operations Manager, Extrusion

Consider joining the Pennex family as the Operations Manager, Extrusion at our Leetonia location.  This position will direct and coordinate the activities of the extrusion departments. This position collaborates with the General Manager and Pennex Leadership Team to formulate, uphold, and administer operational plans to ensure the growth opportunities and business objectives are met in order to achieve operational excellence and exceed customer expectations.

• Responsible for the operational performance of the Leetonia extrusion department.
• Responsible for the financial performance of the Leetonia extrusion department.
• Champions the safety culture by actively engaging employees at all levels with a zero-injury philosophy. Collaborates with the EHS Manager, Training Coordinator, and Leadership Team to create vision for achieving this goal.
• Collaborates with sales and scheduling teams to ensure customer satisfaction, efficient operation and sales growth.
• Develops the extrusion teams to create a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Fosters a collaborative team environment to leverage strengths and achieve business objectives, develop site specific policies, and establish responsibilities and procedures for attaining objectives.
• Reviews key metrics and financial statements to determine departmental progress in attaining objectives.
• Assists in developing capital asset requests and implements projects to improve operations and to maximize returns on investments.
• Provides leadership for the team to ensure the highest level of quality to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for team schedules, staffing requirements, training and cross-training opportunities.
• Works with the Leadership Team to develop forecasts and budgets for the annual extrusion operating plan to meet or exceed the business objectives.
• This position will serve as a key member of the Leetonia Leadership Team, reporting directly to the General Manager of Pennex Leetonia Extruded Products.
• Key accountabilities for this role are defined as follows:
  • Extrusion Operations and Team
  • Quality of Products
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Operating Metrics
  • Financial Metrics
  • Asset Utilization
  • Organizational Development
  • Continuous Improvement
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Continuous Improvement (Lean/Six-Sigma) training is preferred.
• Ten or more years of extrusion operations supervision and/or extrusion management experience is required.
• Automotive extrusion experience is preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to problem-solve and think outside of the box. Thorough understanding of Root Cause Analysis and Solution based thinking
• Project Planning experience preferred
• Microsoft office experience required: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• EPICS experience and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 required
• A desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn and apply new skills
• Attentive to details and follows through on assigned tasks and commitments
• Flexible and driven to meet tight deadlines, handle multiple projects and prioritize them appropriately
• Strong organizational skills, and ability to effectively disseminate information in a clear and concise manner
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available
• Regular attendance required

Perks of the Job

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Disability and life insurance 
• 401(k) with matching contribution 
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays 
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement 
• Relocation package may be available 

Why Our People Love Working Here

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture 
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands 
• Wellness incentive program 
• Regular employee celebrations and events 

Who We Are

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Integrity. Caring. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.  

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennex.com.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes