Company Overview: The Ultra-Met Company is a leading independent manufacturer of tungsten carbide products for fabricators and tool makers that will be used in a wide range of industries such as the automotive, aerospace, medical, petroleum, and woodworking industries. Our products primarily consist of cutting tools and wear products. The manufacturing process involves the use of Tungsten powder, pressing, forming, sintering, and grinding operations. We are a locally owned, privately held, long-term growth-oriented company.

Summary: The primary responsibilities of this position are managing all hands-on operational procedures of the company. This position is responsible for the performance of all department functions including Manufacturing, Material Management, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, On-Time Delivery, Quality Standards and Safety. This position directly reports to the President. This position assists the President in the aggressive and successful growth of the company. Guided by the objectives of the company, this position provides the leadership, management, and vision, necessary to ensure the company has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, people, and systems in place to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.

Specific responsibilities include:

Reviewing and approving plans for the control of planned outputs, budget spending, labor efficiency, material efficiency, and engineering effectiveness
Leading the engineering/metallurgy team to successfully manufacture cemented tungsten carbide parts and powder
Presenting monthly reports on performance to management team
Reviewing and monitoring cost control reports, cost estimates, and manpower
Forecasting manpower and facility requirements.
Working closely with other departments to ensure company goals are met
Reviewing and approving major projects involving operations
Developing plans for improvement of manufacturing process
Developing and recommending changes or new operation policies
Ensuring duties, responsibilities, and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood
Defining objectives and goals for the operations division
Developing short-term and long-term goals within budget constraints
Monitoring implementation of manufacturing and organizations plans
Developing and establishing objectives and procedures overseeing performance of operations
Establishing objectives to direct reports and reviews performance
Monitoring, directing and appraising performance of direct reports
Identifying, developing and coordinating training and coaching needs and procedures
Facilitating communication and problem solving between departments.
Consulting with upper management concerning policy or major procedural changes
Providing recommendations for improving the effectiveness of policies and procedures
Reviewing budget proposals received from direct reports

Qualifications:

BS in Engineering or Business
Experience and knowledge in the manufacturing of Cemented Tungsten Carbide including Metallurgy, Testing, and Quality Control
Minimum 10 years in division level management role
Well-developed managerial skills
Proven ability to manage for growth and profitability
Strong analytical and reasoning skills and ability to multi-task
Good interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Results oriented

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Ultra-Met Company is an equal opportunity employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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