Launch Manufacturing Operations Manager: Safety & Quality

Qualified Staffing; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualified Staffing is partnering with a growing automotive carpet manufacturer launching a new tufting and backing production facility in Dalton, GA. The Operations Manager will lead day-to-day plant activities and oversee safety, quality, and efficiency to support rapid growth.

This role requires startup experience, strong leadership of cross-functional teams, and expertise in production scheduling, inventory, and continuous improvement to meet customer expectations and maximize uptime.

Qualifications

• Experience within the United States carpet manufacturing industry is required.
• Experience with tufting operations is strongly preferred.
• Startup or new production launch experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.
• Experience working with continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety and quality systems.
• Excellent organizational, communication, coaching, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to lead cross functional teams and build strong working relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in launching a new tufting and backing production facility.
• Lead daily plant operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, production, and continuous improvement.
• Manage multiple operational departments, including:
• Production
• Technical
• Quality
• Logistics
• Planning
• Environment, Health, and Safety
• Customer Service and Internal Sales
• Monitor operational performance and key performance indicators.
• Lead daily production meetings focused on safety, quality, and production objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Coordinate priorities across departments while providing leadership, coaching, and accountability.
• Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and customer expectations are consistently achieved.
• Maximize equipment uptime while minimizing production interruptions.
• Ensure operational reporting and administrative activities are completed accurately.
• Foster a culture centered on teamwork, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety awareness

Job description

Qualified Staffing is partnering with a growing automotive carpet manufacturer launching a new tufting and backing production facility in Dalton, GA. The Operations Manager will lead day-to-day plant activities and oversee safety, quality, and efficiency to support rapid growth.

This role requires startup experience, strong leadership of cross-functional teams, and expertise in production scheduling, inventory, and continuous improvement to meet customer expectations and maximize uptime.