Operations Lead
To provide leadership and technical solutions to operations, in his/her area of technical expertise.Manage department process operations and tasks to meet the Cedar Rapids Plant’s safety, quality,production, cost and customer delivery goals. Serve on task forces, cross-functional teams, andcommittees.
As Operations Lead, your responsibilities will include: Supervise the day-to-day activities of the operators. Produce products of sufficient quality and quantity to meet the projected needs of customers. Coordinate maintenance activities to meet the production, quality, safety, and environmental needsof the business. Promote and administer Safety, Health and Environmental programs in order to ensure workforcestability, eliminate losses attributable to personal injury or property damage, and comply withregulatory guidelines applicable to manufacturing processes and product characteristics. Track historical data, to analyze and to monitor key efficiencies and parameters against design toassist Operations with troubleshooting and meeting costs and production goals. Monitor process conditions and operational activities taking corrective action as needed to ensureoperation of the process in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Analyze processes, develop new operating techniques and recommend changes or capitalexpenditures, to maintain or improve business efficiencies, facility life and quality. Capacity to solve problems through creative, innovative solutions and challenge traditional methods ofaccomplishing tasks. Assist in the training and coaching of operations personnel in both process design and operationaltechniques established to maintain unit business objectives and to provide individual organizationalstrength and individual growth within the organization.The Operations Lead position is well-suited for you if you have the: Ability to manage a manufacturing environment, including capability to perform effectively in highstress, emergency and crisis situations. Ability to communicate across functional lines and at all levels.Ability to learn and apply Ingredion’s GMP, Quality and Safety standards. Ability to train and coach others to improve performance. Ability to build consensus and foster positive relationships. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Qualified candidates will have: College degree in technical or management discipline or equivalent in education and experience. Knowledge of Corn Wet Milling Manufacturing operations, processes and customer base. Decision making ability, planning and time-management skills.
Qualified candidates will have: College degree in technical or management discipline or equivalent in education and experience. Knowledge of Corn Wet Milling Manufacturing operations, processes and customer base. Decision making ability, planning and time-management skills.
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- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 61 - 90 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
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- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway