Operations Lead

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical college certificate preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• 2–4 years of leadership experience preferred, whether as a lead, trainer, mentor, or supervisor.
• Proven ability to motivate teams, build accountability, and maintain a positive work environment.
• Experience planning work, coordinating production activities, and managing changing priorities.
• Strong understanding of safety, quality, and production standards within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret schedules, blueprints, work instructions, reports, and production documentation.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements that drive measurable results.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to address employee concerns and resolve conflicts professionally.
• Ability to build teamwork across departments, shifts, and functional areas to achieve common goals.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, performance incentives, 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Standard company benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Other employee programs.

Pay

Pay Range: $28.90 – $36.39 per hour, based on your experience, skills, and qualifications.

Bonus Eligibility: This position is eligible for an annual individual incentive based on company performance. Maximum bonus amounts may vary depending on role.

About GFS: Global Finishing Solutions is the leading manufacturer of paint booths and finishing systems serving automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, marine, military, rail, trucking, and wood finishing markets. We specialize in building custom solutions that meet each customer’s unique needs—and we do it with a team that thrives on collaboration and innovation because we're different.