Operations Manager (80% Travel Required)

Position Overview: The Production Manager role will serve as a critical operations leader within the Reconditioning Special Operations team and be a main resource when on-the-ground at Inspection Centers, supporting ADESA Megasite Integrations. What you’ll be doing: * Ensure successful execution of site integration strategy by effectively managing RSO Teams and Carvana and Adesa associates through the setup and training of each department (operating system, proper tools, training resources, equipment, etc).  * Ensure local site teams have all of the necessary tools and training to successfully launch production and implement new processes/procedures in new and existing IC facilities.  * Project manage all key aspects of RSO Team initiatives while on site. * Act as a main point-of-contact and resource for all RSO Team members on assignment.  * Lead or support continuous improvement projects as needed.  * When not traveling, able to support a site’s operations by overseeing multiple reconditioning lines; identifying bottlenecks that affect site throughput and efficiency; conducting root cause analysis, action plans and site execution; and conducting site performance reviews with Senior Reconditioning leadership. Able to fully manage a facility in achievement of targets in production, cost and quality. * Other duties as assigned. What the job requires: To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. * Ability to travel 80% of the time. * Demonstrated strength across Reconditioning competencies, particularly Communication, Teamwork, and Reasoning. Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.  * Ability to maintain high volume and high-quality content in a fast-paced environment. * Experience leading a team of over 50 associates and a track record of developing employees. * Proven ability to solve urgent operational challenges through root cause analysis. * Excellent communication skills. * 8+ years of management experience either in an automotive or lean manufacturing environment. * Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no DUIs and no more than two moving violations in the last 3 years). * Must be open to relocation, ideally nationwide but at minimum regionally (Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West Coast). * Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. * Must be at least 18 years of age. * Requires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance. * Requires use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment. * Ability to work variable schedule(s) as necessary. * Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels. * Must be able to walk up to three miles each day. Other requirements To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. * Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.   Legal stuff Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.   Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Description About GE Vernova GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with more than 80,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. As part of the Gas Power One Field Services team, FieldCore installs, maintains and upgrades power generation equipment, enabling operators of the world’s energy infrastructure to provide more reliable and affordable energy. Job Summary The Region Productivity Operations Manager III is responsible for management of overall Outage Cost Productivity and Project Controls for their assigned sub-region. Will lead a team of Project Controls Analysts to drive real time outage reporting related to Cost, Hours, OTD and Escalation. This role is assigned a sub-regional cost out target and is also responsible for managing key metrics for outage Planning, Execution and Closeout for both Productivity, Operations and Project Controls, partnering with both Regional Service Manager and Service Directors. This position will ensure the assigned outages are optimized by deep diving into the number of resources, shift patterns, tooling, productivity projects, standards versus estimates, JCE and actuals, etc. This position will also travel to sites during the outages to facilitate Lean Action Workouts, Pit Crew execution and overall delivery of a world class outage. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Lead the overall sub-regional organization of Project Control Analysts, ensuring world class support and building a robust recruitment and succession plan. Responsible for overall Productivity and Project Controls rhythms, KPI’s and Metrics in their respective sub-region; including the SII outage cost out op plan build for both the CS and TX Business units. Partner with both the sub-region Service Director and Service Managers within FieldCore’s region to provide support on outage cost productivity and Project Controls. Review and understand the work scope of every outage through a detailed outage planning process; driving consistency on the 3-month Operations Schedule and Cost Review thorough the Post Outage Review, leading meaningful reviews for each assigned outage Utilize data from post outage reviews to make strategic recommendations for outage execution performance to the regions during the planning process Make site visits to lead Lean Action Work Outs and support with critical outages Assist the optimization of job cost estimates (JCE) and Man-load schedules using Primavera as appropriate to understand idle time and productivity opportunities. Review the bid document to ensure appropriate productivity measures have been accounted for Ensure Implementation and execution of Top Programs on all applicable sites and quantifies the results and track programs commitment vs. execution for best practices/lessons learned Apply project planning methodology and enforces a productivity focus in rigorous weekly execution rhythms Ensure PCA’s are trained and equipped to delivery world class reporting, monitor their metrics and drive results Understand outage risk landscape and escalate PCA reporting Outage Performance Updates as required to keep key stakeholders apprised Develop cost and OTD remediating actions for outages that are escalated during execution Monitor and remediate outages that demand more resources than planned in the final JCE Quantify productivity on a granular level in both hours and dollars for executive report out Deliver targeted cost out operating plan Develop and implement productivity training Work with the sourcing department on vendor qualifications/management/optimization to minimize sourcing costs Identify overall Inefficiencies and find Productivity Gains Travel required May be assigned other duties to help proactively drive our FieldCore vision and align with our organization’s core values. Required Qualifications & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in related field with minimum five years of Field Engineer or Project management experience; additional years’ experience in power generation can be substituted for degree 10+ years of leadership level experience in a global/complex environment 5+ years of managing and developing employees 4+ years of experience in power generation and field services Heavy Duty Gas Turbine and/or Steam Turbine Experience required Primavera experience English proficiency required Desired Characteristics: Master’s degree Preferred Excellent customer service skills Excellent communication and management skills and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with all levels of employees Expertise in power generation outage maintenance Strong project planning and organizational skills Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently/very results-oriented Work well both independently and in a team environment (capable of being managed remotely and managing remote, indirect reports) Ability to travel 10-20% Compensation and Benefits: The annual salary range for this position is $103,200 to $150,000.  This is an exempt from overtime position.  FieldCore benefits include insurance (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), retirement savings, health and Wellness reimbursement, and a bonus or incentive program.  Eligibility for FieldCore benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable benefits plan. FieldCore is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law