Sr Manager, Operations

About the role

Has overall responsibility for a single manufacturing facility; directs all aspects of production activity at the assigned plant to ensure that desired quantities and quality of products are manufactured on schedule in a safe manner at minimum cost; may be responsible for Accounting, Human Resources and other staff functions. The role manages professional employees and/or supervisors, has at least one professional expert or supervisor as a direct report, is accountable for team performance and results, adapts departmental plans to address resource and operational challenges, makes decisions guided by policies and procedures, provides technical guidance, and exercises discretion and judgment.

Responsibilities

• Directs manufacturing operations and management teams for plants and locations supporting business goals.
• Incorporates organizational strategy and plans for operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control into manufacturing processes.
• Monitors production metrics and recommends process improvements, new technologies, and methods to maximize operational efficiency.
• Drives workforce planning activities and approves/allocates resources based on business priorities.
• Implements long-term plans for facilities, equipment, materials, technology, and workforce resources to maintain manufacturing capacity and processes.
• Leads and directs the work of other managers and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR and General Managers.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree and 7‑8 years' experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree, with a Business degree preferred.
• Leadership skills.
• Capacity planning.
• Computer‑Aided Manufacturing (CAM).
• Manufacturing operations management.
• Process optimization.
• Resource planning.
• Risk management.
• Safety policies and procedures.
• Performance metrics.
• Organizational goal setting.
• Strategic planning.
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Team building.
• ERP systems.

Benefits

• Robust total rewards package including compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits.
• Career development and recognition programs.