Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure efficient, high-quality production output
• Monitor and drive performance against established KPIs (e.g., OTIF, Quality, Throughput)
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and operational efficiency
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of supervisors and frontline employees
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Manage workforce planning, skill development, and the flow of information
• Champion Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement sustainable solutions
• Lead Kaizen events and root cause analysis to eliminate waste and variability
• Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining product quality and safety standards
• Interpret financial statements and connect operational performance to financial outcomes
• Identify opportunities for resource optimization and capital investment
• Partner with sales, quality, procurement, customer service, and maintenance teams to achieve operational goals
• Support new product introductions and process changes
• Ensure alignment across departments to meet business objectives

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Lead safety initiatives, audits, and incident investigations
• Ensure adherence to company policies and environmental standards

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • Proven experience leading teams through change and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making ability
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing and process improvement methodologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems and manufacturing performance metrics
• Experience with manufacturing performance metrics, KPI dashboards and management operating systems

Additional Information

• Benefits:
  • Leadership and career development opportunities
  • Low cost insurance (medical, dental, vision, life & disability)
  • 401(k) plan (company matching)
  • Paid holidays
  • PTO
  • Paid maternity & paternity leave
  • Educational assistance
  • Business casual environment