Operations Manager - Insulators

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Date:

Feb 2, 2026

Location:

Aiken, SC, US, 29801

Company:

Hubbell Incorporated

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Operations Manager

to lead manufacturing operations at our Aiken, SC facility. This role is responsible for operational performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, as well as personnel development, production planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a disciplined approach to manufacturing processes, and a commitment to operational excellence.

A Day In The Life

Key Responsibilities

- Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve production schedules, quality standards, and on‑time delivery objectives.

- Ensure a safe, compliant work environment aligned with OSHA, state, and local regulations.

- Establish, monitor, and improve KPIs for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).

- Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, waste elimination, standardized work, and continuous improvement activities.

- Maintain and enhance quality systems that support product conformance and customer satisfaction.

- Develop and manage operational budgets, forecasts, staffing plans, and resource allocation.

- Approve expenditures and ensure efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment.

- Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and frontline teams to promote engagement, accountability, and high performance.

- Create a culture focused on quality, customer service, and continuous improvement.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Required Skills & Experience

- Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, waste elimination, process improvement).

- Demonstrated results in leading teams and improving operations in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

- Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills.

- Skilled in problem solving, facilitation, and root cause analysis.

- Proven ability to engage, develop, and motivate teams at all levels.

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.

Nearest Major Market:

Augusta

Nearest Secondary Market:

South Carolina

Job Segment:

Telecom, Telecommunications, Technology

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