Operations Manager

We are seeking a high-impact Operations Manager to transform our shop floor into a world-class manufacturing environment. This role is designed for a leader who balances technical systems expertise (MRP/Lean) with "boots-on-the-ground" people management. Your primary mission is to take our existing production plans and turn them into 100% schedule attainment through disciplined inventory control, safety standards, and a robust workforce development strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Systems & Process Excellence

- MRP Implementation: Take full ownership of the MRP system rollout, ensuring data integrity, accurate lead times, and that all departmentsare utilizing the system.

- Lean Leadership: Identify bottlenecks and lead Lean projects (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping) to reduce waste and improve throughput.

- Housekeeping & Safety: Establish and enforce "Gold Standard" safety protocols and 5S housekeeping initiatives to ensure a clean, compliant, and efficient workspace.

2. Production & Inventory Control

- Schedule Attainment: Partner with the Production Manager to provide the guidance, resources, and troubleshooting needed to hit 100% of originally planned schedules.

- Inventory Integrity: Implement strict inventory control measures, cycle counting, and material handling processes to eliminate shortages and overages.

- NPD Liaison: Manage the transition of New Product Development (NPD) into full-scale production without disrupting current workflows.

3. Workforce & Talent Development

- Staffing & Capacity: Manage labor requirements based on demand, ensuring the shop floor is neither over nor under-staffed.

- The "Skills Matrix": Design and execute a cross-training program to ensure flexibility across departments and eliminate "single-point-of-failure" dependencies.

- Mentorship: Provide direct coaching to the Production Manager and staff to elevate their decision-making and leadership capabilities.

Required Qualifications

- Experience: 5+ years in manufacturing management, with a proven track record of successful MRP/ERP implementations.

- Lean Expertise: Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or equivalent experience in Lean Manufacturing.

- Financial Literacy: Deep understanding of COGS, inventory valuation, and labor efficiency metrics.

- Leadership: A "servant-leader" mentality—willing to be on the floor to solve problems but capable of high-level strategic planning.

Critical Metrics for Success:

Schedule Attainment

100% adherence to original production plan

Inventory Accuracy

98%+ accuracy via cycle counting

Shop floor housekeeping

Safety

Zero Lost Time Accidents (LTA)

Staffing

Training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

- Bonus pay

Education:

- Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

- Manufacturing: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person