Factory Department Manager

Gates Corporation
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Arkansas, Siloam Springs
Mar 14, 2025
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? What To Expect As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Siloam Springs, AR plant, you will be a Factory Operations Manager. Reports directly to Facility Operations Manager and is responsiblefor managing overall business and operational activities of the factory. Ensure focused factory goals and objectives are met so customer expectations are met or exceeded. Perks At Work Great team culture that works together to get the job done Eligible for benefits in 30 days or less, including 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off - starting at a max of 21 days per year! Employee Discounts - computers, vehicles, amusement park tickets, gym memberships, and more! Key Responsibilities Plans, directs, and coordinates the manufacturing of products in assigned factory in compliance with company goals and objectives. Participates in high performance teams as needed to meet business objectives. Prepares reports, including but not limited to labor, scrap, production efficiency, cost reductions, and quality of product. Maintains proper employment levels through effective selection, interviewing, training, on-boarding, and retention methods. Supervisory responsibilities: Direct reports: 3-4 Production Supervisors, approximately 200+ hourly Production Workers. About You Bachelor of Science (BS) undergraduate college degree or equivalent with three years of specific experience OR a combination of education and eight years of specific experience. Must have a minimum of five years' experience in a management or supervisory capacity within a manufacturing environment. Advanced Excel skills preferred Strong and effective management and supervisory skills required, including planning, organizing, communicating, influencing, gathering and using information, and motivating to achieve results. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. WORK ENVIRONMENT Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud. Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme. Gates is managed in accordance with OSHAS requirements and requires all employees to wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat.