Operations Manager

The role

Serve as deputy to the General Manager, leading daily site operations and ensuring execution of business strategy.
Lead by example in a values-driven culture, aligning teams with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
Provide oversight of production, quality, supply chain, engineering, and maintenance to drive alignment and operational performance.
Own site results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity metrics.
Lead workforce planning, labor optimization, budgeting, and cost control to achieve financial targets.
Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and overall performance.
Develop and mentor department leaders, strengthen succession planning, and build organizational capability.
Ensure compliance with EHS, OSHA, ISO, and customer requirements while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
Represent the organization within the local community and support workforce and talent development initiatives.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, including managing multiple departments in a 24/7 production environment.
• Experience working in a make-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma certification required (Black Belt strongly preferred) with proven success leading large-scale continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong financial and operational knowledge, including workforce planning, budgeting, and cost control.
• Demonstrated ability to develop leaders, build succession plans, and lead organizational change.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization and within the community.
• Executive presence with the ability to serve as a key partner and backup to the General Manager.

What We Offer

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day.
• Annual bonus
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement
• An award-winning atmosphere! Weidmann was named Best Employer of Champaign County