Growth-Minded Manufacturing Operations Leader | Lean & ERP

PowerPusher; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

PowerPusher, a division of TC Nu-Star Inc., designs and manufactures material handling equipment to improve safety and productivity globally. We are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to build and scale operations in a growing, smaller-company environment.

You will lead daily manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and materials operations; oversee purchasing and scheduling to ensure on-time delivery; drive Lean initiatives and continuous improvement; coach teams and partner with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing operations leadership experience.
• Experience in fabrication, welding, assembly, or engineered-to-order manufacturing preferred.
• Experience building or significantly improving manufacturing operations and processes.
• Strong purchasing, inventory, and supply chain management experience.
• ERP/MRP experience required (NetSuite preferred).
• A hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and driving results.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and materials operations.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory, and production scheduling to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop and coach high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive Lean initiatives and operational efficiencies that improve quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Partner with Engineering, Sales, Finance, Quality, and IT to support business growth.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to improve planning, inventory accuracy, and operational performance.

Skills

Manufacturing operations leadership

ERP/MRP experience

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

PowerPusher, a division of TC Nu-Star Inc., designs and manufactures material handling equipment to improve safety and productivity globally. We are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to build and scale operations in a growing, smaller-company environment.

You will lead daily manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and materials operations; oversee purchasing and scheduling to ensure on-time delivery; drive Lean initiatives and continuous improvement; coach teams and partner with