Gemstar Operations Manager

Gemstar Manufacturing Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (employee-only)

4% Retirement Match

Paid Time Off

Dental, Vision, Disability and Life

Resort access

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Gemstar Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing and engineering teams in Cannon Falls, MN. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight of cost, quality, and delivery to drive profitability and customer satisfaction.

You will guide Lean initiatives, manage P&L responsibly, and ensure ISO compliance and safe operations across plants. A Bachelor's in engineering or business is required; MBA preferred; 8+ years of leadership in high-mix

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering/leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Experience leading operations and engineering teams in high-mix environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of operations and engineering professionals to achieve operational excellence.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
• Provide mentorship and develop team members for their professional development and to support business needs.
• Provide technical direction to engineering and quality teams, ensuring efficient development and implementation of processes.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold teams accountable for results.
• Provide leadership regarding employee relations through clear expectation, coaching, and professional development.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales, to meet timelines and cost targets.
• Promote adherence to ISO standards and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Effectively manage KPI’s, TTI’s, and P&L performance.
• Analyze financial reports and key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement cost-effective strategies to optimize financial outcomes in areas such as material and labor.
• Drive initiatives to enhance profitability without compromising on quality and safety standards.
• Actively collaborate and adapt to changes with value steam partners, having the best interest of the value steam over plant performance.
• Proactively identify and address operational challenges to ensure smooth production.
• Implement effective problem-solving methodologies to resolve issues promptly and efficiently.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and troubleshoot complex manufacturing problems.
• Drive Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance overall efficiency and quality.
• Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with senior management to align plant operations with overall business strategy.
• Operate with a sense of urgency to influence and adapt to business needs.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and expansion within the plant's scope.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and market dynamics to inform strategic decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Operations leadership

Strategic thinking

Lean & CI

Financial acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Shop floor control software

Production planning software

Inventory control systems

Job description

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Gemstar Operations Manager

Full Time Cannon Falls, MN, US 1 Attachments

Salary Range: $107,000.00 To $134,000.00 Annually

Company Overview

Gemstar Manufacturing® has been a leading manufacturer of custom plastic parts and protective hard cases for over 60 years and operates under two business unit brands. Gemstar Custom Part Solutions is a full-service manufacturer providing solutions to unique custom plastic part needs. Gemstar Protective Hard Cases offers four rugged case lines: Stronghold®, RoboRack®, Sentinel®, and VersaPro®. For more information, visit www.gemstarmfg.com .

Gemstar Manufacturing is a division of Gemini, Inc., a second-generation, family-owned wholesale manufacturer of dimensional signage.

Gemstar is looking for a strategic manufacturing operations and engineering leader with a proven track record of driving profitability, developing strong leadership, shaping effective business strategies, and excelling problem-solving discipline across multiple plants or product lines to join the team at our location in Cannon Falls, MN! The ideal candidate is highly organized and able to perform multiple tasks while balancing priorities with a sense of urgency, has a proven record in managing operations, and is both customer and employee centric. Come be a part of a positive, people-first culture that is focused on leveraging each team members’ strengths to help bring our customer’s unique products to life.

Wage Range: USD $107,000.00 - $134,000.00 per Year
Location:Cannon Falls, MN
Type: Full Time – On-site
Schedule: 5/8 hour days (Monday through Friday)
Travel: 10% or less

A day in the life of an Operations Manager at Gemstar includes:

Leadership:

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of operations and engineering professionals to achieve operational excellence.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
• Provide mentorship and develop team members for their professional development and to support business needs.
• Provide technical direction to engineering and quality teams, ensuring efficient development and implementation of processes.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold teams accountable for results.
• Provide leadership regarding employee relations through clear expectation, coaching, and professional development.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales, to meet timelines and cost targets.
• Promote adherence to ISO standards and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements

P&L Responsibility:

• Effectively manage KPI’s, TTI’s, and P&L performance.
• Analyze financial reports and key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement cost-effective strategies to optimize financial outcomes in areas such as material and labor.
• Drive initiatives to enhance profitability without compromising on quality and safety standards.
• Actively collaborate and adapt to changes with value steam partners, having the best interest of the value steam over plant performance

Problem Solving:

• Proactively identify and address operational challenges to ensure smooth production.
• Implement effective problem-solving methodologies to resolve issues promptly and efficiently.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and troubleshoot complex manufacturing problems.
• Drive Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance overall efficiency and quality.

Business Strategy:

• Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with senior management to align plant operations with overall business strategy.
• Operate with a sense of urgency to influence andadapt to business needs.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and expansion within the plant's scope.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and market dynamics to inform strategic decision-making.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven leadership, coaching, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and team development abilities.
• Excellent communication and people skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen with a working knowledge of budgets, financial statements, and capital planning.
• Exceptional Problem Solving with a Lean and Continuous Improvement acumen.
• Proficient computer skills, particularly in shop floor control, production planning, inventory control, and project management applications.
• Proven Sales and operations planning (S&OP)—aligning forecasts, capacity, labor, materials, and customer demand
• Strong Manufacturing data analysis—using dashboards and KPIs to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, yield, scrap, and efficiency

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering/leadership experience and a proven track record of success.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including direct responsibility for producing engineered-to-order or build-to-print OEM components in a high-mix manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Must be willing to consistently assist employees on the shop floor to build teamwork, participate in continuous improvement events and meet production schedules.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The actual title and individual compensation packages are dependent upon various factors unique to each candidate including skillset, training, transferable skills, work experience, qualifications, business needs, market demands, and other job-related reasons. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for other benefits.

How we show we care

• $0 Health Insurance Premium for Employee-Only Coverage (Plus low-cost premiums for other coverage levels!)
• 4% Retirement Match with Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Parental, Volunteer, and Sick)
• Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Use of Company Owned Resort in Hayward, WI
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

About Us

As a leader in the signage manufacturing industry, Gemini, Inc. has been providing stability to our employees since 1963. We know what it means to be human, and we strive to make sure our employees feel valued. Due to our incredible family of employees, we have grown substantially and are looking to grow our team further with like-minded individuals that share in our company values: Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Respect, Diversity, Stability, Stewardship. At the heart of our work is a simple but powerful vision: Successful Partners. Engaged People. Thriving Communities. This vision guides how we show up every day for our customers, for one another, and for the communities we call home.

• We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
• Gemini will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For additional assistance email; [e-mail] or call(507) 263-3957and ask for the Human Resources Representative assigned to the location of interest.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

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