Operations Manager

The Operations Manager provides tactical leadership and execution strategy to successfully manage plant operations. This role proactively directs all manufacturing activities and collaborates with cross-functional leaders to meet customer requirements, optimize supply chain efficiency, and consistently achieve or exceed annual operating plans (AOP) and profit targets.

Responsibilities:
Manufacturing & Budgetary Leadership

Coordinate all manufacturing processes to meet established plant forecasts, budgetary goals, and operational objectives.

Develop, monitor, and manage departmental capital and operating budgets.

Select, approve, and finalize operating methods, capital expenditures, and machinery/equipment procurement.

Process Improvement & Efficiency

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize quality, cost, production yield, productivity, safety, and delivery metrics.

Implement and champion Lean and Six Sigma projects to streamline business operations, reduce overhead rates, and improve operating margins.

Oversee manufacturing process upgrades and establish standardized, acceptable work instruction guidelines.

Supply Chain & Quality Control

Partner with the scheduling department to optimize the flow of manufacturing materials and improve On-Time Delivery (OTD) rates.

Maintain rigorous manufacturing quality standards to consistently meet and exceed customer specifications.

Team & Talent Management

Foster strong employee relations and drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Review and approve organizational structures, staffing models, and comprehensive training programs for manufacturing personnel.

Working hours: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or a related field is preferred; an MBA is a plus.

Experience: * Minimum of 5 years of experience in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing or assembly environment (e.g., electronic, mechanical, or similar technical sectors).

Proven experience working cross-functionally with senior leadership in a matrixed organizational structure.

Technical Systems: Proficient with MRP/ERP enterprise systems and highly skilled in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Windows, Microsoft Project).

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
Operational Acumen: Strong understanding of production line flow, resource allocation, and general high-precision manufacturing environments.

Continuous Improvement: Deep expertise in Lean manufacturing tools and DMAIC (Six Sigma) process methodologies.

Leadership & Teamwork: Proven team leadership capabilities with a track record of supporting, mentoring, and managing diverse production teams.

Communication & Relationships: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to manage internal customer relations and collaborate cross-functionally in a matrix environment.

Adaptability: High tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment.

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key responsibilities

Manufacturing & Budgetary LeadershipCoordinate all manufacturing processes to meet established plant forecasts, budgetary goals, and operational objectives.Develop, monitor, and manage departmental capital and operating budgets.Select, approve, and finalize operating methods, capital expenditures, and machinery/equipment procurement.Process Improvement & EfficiencyDrive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize quality, cost, production yield, productivity, safety, and delivery metrics.Implement and champion Lean and Six Sigma projects to streamline business operations, reduce overhead rates, and improve operating margins.Oversee manufacturing process upgrades and establish standardized, acceptable work instruction guidelines.Supply Chain & Quality ControlPartner with the scheduling department to optimize the flow of manufacturing materials and improve On-Time Delivery (OTD) rates.Maintain rigorous manufacturing quality standards to consistently meet and exceed customer specifications.Team & Talent ManagementFoster strong employee relations and drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.Review and approve organizational structures, staffing models, and comprehensive training programs for manufacturing personnel.

experience

4-7 years

skills

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or a related field is preferred; an MBA is a plus.Experience: * Minimum of 5 years of experience in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing or assembly environment (e.g., electronic, mechanical, or similar technical sectors).Proven experience working cross-functionally with senior leadership in a matrixed organizational structure.Technical Systems: Proficient with MRP/ERP enterprise systems and highly skilled in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Windows, Microsoft Project).

qualifications

Operational Acumen: Strong understanding of production line flow, resource allocation, and general high-precision manufacturing environments.Continuous Improvement: Deep expertise in Lean manufacturing tools and DMAIC (Six Sigma) process methodologies.Leadership & Teamwork: Proven team leadership capabilities with a track record of supporting, mentoring, and managing diverse production teams.Communication & Relationships: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to manage internal customer relations and collaborate cross-functionally in a matrix environment.Adaptability: High tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment.

education

Bachelors