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Job Posting Title

Operations Manager

Job Description Summary

AAM is searching for an Operations Manager to join our team. This position will be based out of our Fraser location in Fraser, MI.

As an Operations Manager, you will oversee operations, ensuring that schedules and performance requirements are met and system resources are used effectively. You will also manage staffing, development, and performance management programs for operations staff; motivate and develop management team, and maintain relationships with business, sales, and engineering; define, deliver, and manage required service levels.

Job Description

• Manage outcomes for product and operations associates by recruiting, training, scheduling, coaching, and overseeing performance; enforce policies and ensure consistent communication of expectations.

• Plan and review compensation actions, conduct performance evaluations, and support team development to maintain a high-performing workforce.

• Support strategic goals by contributing to action plans, implementing standards for productivity, quality, safety, and customer service, and identifying areas for operational improvement.

• Analyze customer orders and production requirements to determine plant priorities; coordinate resources across equipment, materials, and staffing.

• Issue and adjust processing plans and schedules in alignment with sales and warehouse needs.

• Monitor plant output and respond to new processing demands; resolve scheduling issues through collaboration and data analysis.

• Prepare and maintain accurate planning reports by collecting and summarizing key operational data and performance trends.

• Support cross-functional efforts and assist with additional duties as needed to contribute to the success of operations and the organization.

• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.

• 8+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Progressive leadership experience.

• Knowledge of Lean Management and Continuous Improvement.

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.