Director of Operations

Alamo Group Ag Americas, LLC. is currently recruiting for an experienced Director of Operations to join the Alamo Group Ag Americas Team in Selma, Alabama.

Alamo Group Ag Americas, Inc., a member of the Alamo Group family of companies, is the leading North American manufacturer of rotary cutters, finishing mowers, landscape tools, and tractor-mounted implements used in the agricultural market. Located in Selma, Alabama for over 70 years, Alamo Group Ag Americas' products have earned an enviable reputation for their ruggedness and durability in the most challenging work environments.

To apply for this position go to www.bushhog.com

Alamo Group Ag Americas Inc. offers competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance.

For additional information about Bush Hog, Inc., please visit our company website at www.bushhog.com or check out our Facebook page

Qualifications

Position Summary:

Bush Hog is one of the most recognized and successful names in the Agricultural Market.  The Director of Operations is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for overseeing the daily operations.  Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, this role aligns production capabilities with business goals.

Essential Functions Of The Job:

• Develop and implement operational strategies that support the company objectives and drive efficiency, productivity and profitability.
• Development of the short term and long-range strategies, plans, and budgets based on plant goals and growth objectives.
• Collaborate with VP of Operations to set performance goals and KPIs; monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Lead and mentor direct reports, building their management and decision-making skills, continuously promoting a culture that is passionate about success, and emphasizing respect, trust and empathy in the workplace.
• Review data and reports reflecting operating statistics.  Evaluate the results of overall operations regularly and systematically and report these results to the VP of Operations.
• Participate as a member of a safety leadership team to develop and maintain a comprehensive safety program that achieves 100% OSHA compliance and continuously improves the safety of the workplace. 
• Develop and implement procedures, policies and controls to promote efficient operations of the organization and ensure the groups follow those procedures, policies and controls.
• Ensure the training of new and present employees in the processes and methods required to achieve the organization’s standards for quality, quantity, and safety, consistent with the organization’s principles.
• Own and drive plant performance metrics, including throughput, operational efficiency, product quality, workplace safety, and on-time delivery.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, automation, and waste reduction to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Act as the primary problem solver, translating strategic objectives into actionable plans and ensuring seamless execution on the production floor.
• Coach and develop the Plant Manager, providing clear direction, accountability, and support to ensure consistent and disciplined leadership across plant operations.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration, working closely with supply chain, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve operational challenges and drive performance improvements.
• Build strong relationships with the hourly workforce, earning trust and credibility while effectively engaging with executive leadership to align plant operations with broader business goals.
• Coordinate with Engineering department in reducing product costs through product design to improve manufacturability, reducing purchased component costs, reducing product duplication and/or combining components to increase run quantities.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations. Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (Ksa’S):

• Knowledge and understanding of production fabrication, welding, paint, mechanical assembly, warehouse, and related processes.
• Experience with developing programs to address issues involving productivity, cost improvements, and quality.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills both verbally and written.
• Able to effectively interact at all levels of the organization.
• Good team building skills; able to problem solve, persuade and motivate.
• Knowledge and practical application of Lean manufacturing techniques.           
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and a strong practitioner of building a safety culture.
• Self-driven with strong collaborative skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group's Core Competencies:
• Leading Change/Change Management - Balance change and continually strive to improve business performance
• Leading People/Teamwork - Design and implement strategies that maximize employee's potential and foster high ethical standards
• Communication - Explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner and negotiate with individuals and groups
• Business Acumen - Understand and interprets business metrics and utilizes latest business strategies to focus on outcomes and create opportunities for success
• Results Driven/Process - Make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and implementation of processes, systems, and programs; stressing accountability and continuous improvement
• Leading Change/Change Management - Balance change and continually strive to improve business performance
• Leading People/Teamwork - Design and implement strategies that maximize employee's potential and foster high ethical standards
• Communication - Explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner and negotiate with individuals and groups
• Business Acumen - Understand and interprets business metrics and utilizes latest business strategies to focus on outcomes and create opportunities for success
• Results Driven/Process - Make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and implementation of processes, systems, and programs; stressing accountability and continuous improvement

Education And Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related areas, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years previous Manufacturing/Supervisory experience required.
• Working knowledge of low volume high mix types of assembly operations.