Interim Operations Leader - Injection Molding & Manufacturing

Socket.dev; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

People Architects in Ohio seeks an Interim Operations Manager to lead our client’s injection molding operations. You will drive production scheduling, inventory control, logistics, and maintenance to ensure safe, high-quality output.

You will coach production team leads, tool room, and warehouse staff; monitor KPIs; and partner with sales, engineering, and finance to meet on-time delivery and cost targets while upholding OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operations or production management in an injection molding environment.
• Strong leadership to motivate and guide teams.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and lean principles.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, inventory management, and logistics.
• Supervise production team leads, tooling and maintenance staff, and warehouse personnel.
• Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost control.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments including sales, engineering, and finance to meet customer delivery expectations.
• Support, train, and develop team members to build a high-performing operations team.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Continuous improvement

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

People Architects in Ohio seeks an Interim Operations Manager to lead our client’s injection molding operations. You will drive production scheduling, inventory control, logistics, and maintenance to ensure safe, high-quality output.

You will coach production team leads, tool room, and warehouse staff; monitor KPIs; and partner with sales, engineering, and finance to meet on-time delivery and cost targets while upholding OSHA standards.