Manufacturing Operations Manager Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Oklahoma

INTRODUCTION

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Now Hiring: On-Site Manager – Lead with Impact!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? We’re looking for a hands-on leader to supervise operations and drive excellence at one of our customer locations.

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Provide hands-on leadership by mentoring, coaching, and guiding employees, addressing employee relations issues, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Lead and enhance safety performance on shift, promoting a proactive safety culture through training, accident prevention, and rehabilitation programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Manage shift maintenance activities, resolving equipment breakdowns in coordination with the maintenance team to maintain uninterrupted plant operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives on shift, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness across end to end operations.
• Monitor and manage the plant's operational costs and yield, working closely with the Plant Manager to optimize performance and contribute to the overall plant objectives.
• Address performance and attendance matters in collaboration with HR, ensuring that all plant staff meet operational expectations.

• Ensure full compliance with CHEP procedures and work instructions, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and in line with company standards and operational goals.

• Two total shifts, 1st 5:00-1:30 M-F, 2nd 16:00-2:30 Su-We.

• Typical OSM schedule will be 8am-5pm Mon-Fri, however candidate must be willing to work 1st or 2nd shift, Saturdays, and extended hours as necessary.
• 10 Employees with one lead per shift.
• Automated sort with 2 Lift assist, One repair table, 3 FLT units.
• Bilingual – English/Spanish preferred.

Key Accountabilities – What you will do

This position is tasked with supervising and leading a crew of employees at one of our customers locations and operating a forklift. This position provides the leadership, management, and vision necessary to ensure operating efficiency and the highest level of customer service. Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and/or logistics environment is preferred.

• Effective communication with customers and employees.
• Ensure that all key processes – production, safety, and servicing – are understood by employees.
• Coordinate inbound / outbound flow of product (forklifts and trucks).
• Inputting data daily / driver interactions.
• Warehouse operations.
• Forklift operation.
• Fast-paced, high-volume productivity.

Experience – What you will bring

• Experience working in a manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and/or logistics environment.
• Prior forklift operations experience is preferred.
• Proven track record of success and stability (1 to 3 years).
• Familiarity with both OSHA and DOT regulations and requirements strongly preferred.
• Results-oriented and can meet deadlines and commitments.
• Mechanically Inclined (electric/conveyor knowledge is a plus).
• P&L and budgeting experience preferred.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 3 – 5 years of equivalent work experience.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish.

Skills & Knowledge

Applicants need a good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.

• Demonstrated solid decision making.
• Works well unsupervised.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Remote Type

Not Remote.

Skills to succeed in the role

Adaptability, Adaptability, Change Management, Coaching, Computer Literacy, Cross-Functional Work, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Data Literacy, Delegation, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Innovation, Inspiring Others, Learn From Mistakes, Mathematic Literacy, Mentoring, Mentorship, Motivating Teams, Prioritization, Scheduling, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.