Regional Operations Manager

Accountabilities

• Oversee multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment in safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, and preventive maintenance standards.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize plant capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and all applicable regulatory standards across assigned locations.
• Develop and support high-performing leadership teams by providing coaching, mentoring, and talent development opportunities.
• Translate annual and monthly business objectives into measurable operational targets and hold teams accountable for results.
• Oversee production planning activities to balance customer demand, service levels, and cost optimization.
• Lead cross-functional projects related to customer solutions, capital investments, and operational improvements.
• Identify, research, and implement manufacturing best practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Monitor and improve plant financial performance, including productivity metrics, cost controls, and profitability objectives.
• Collaborate closely with regional and corporate leadership to align operational priorities and achieve collective business goals.
• Ensure accurate reporting of production, inventory, and operational performance metrics.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and continuous learning across all assigned facilities.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is an experienced manufacturing leader with strong operational expertise, financial acumen, and the ability to lead teams across multiple locations.
• Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in operations management, manufacturing leadership, or a comparable role.
• Proven experience managing multiple manufacturing sites or large-scale operational environments.
• Strong financial and business acumen with demonstrated success managing P&L responsibilities.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, operational excellence methodologies, and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards within manufacturing environments.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and talent development capabilities.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving business environment.
• Collaborative mindset with demonstrated success working across cross-functional teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively, with travel requirements of up to 75%.
• Residency within the greater Buffalo, NY or Fredonia, PA markets is preferred for proximity to assigned facilities.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $125,000 to $150,000 annually.
• Eligibility for annual performance-based bonus incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Company-provided life insurance coverage.
• Retail-based flexibility when not traveling to manufacturing sites.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and internal career advancement.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement and employee success.