Manufacturing Operations Manager
Location: Ypsilanti, MI
About the role
Underground Printing is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead our second-shift production operation. This role is ideal for a leader who enjoys being closely connected to the day-to-day operation, building strong teams, solving problems, and driving results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Operations Manager maintains a strong presence across the production floor while providing leadership and direction to supervisors, leads, and production teams. This position is responsible for approximately 50–60 team members working across multiple production and fulfillment departments, including Screenprint, Embroidery, DTG, Heat Press, Fulfillment, and Shipping. The Manufacturing Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring second-shift operations are effectively staffed, organized, and aligned with production schedules and customer commitments. This includes setting priorities, coordinating resources, identifying and resolving obstacles, developing leaders, and ensuring strong communication between shifts. Success in this role requires someone who can balance people leadership with operational execution and take