Manufacturing Operations Lead

Caliberr Staffing; Saegertown (Crawford County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Lead to oversee daily production activities, drive process improvements, and cultivate a culture of safety and high performance. You will apply Lean manufacturing and production planning to optimize output and achieve key business objectives.

Responsibilities include directing workflows, developing schedules, mentoring teams, enforcing quality and safety standards, and collaborating across functions to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership or operations management.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and leading production teams.
• Strong proficiency in Lean manufacturing methodologies and operational efficiency initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing workflows to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and ensure product quality.
• Develop and execute production schedules aligned with customer demand and resources.
• Lead, mentor, and develop production teams for engagement and accountability.
• Enforce quality control standards and safety protocols to meet regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to align production goals with business strategy.
• Analyze KPIs to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Champion 5S to maintain a clean, organized, high-performance manufacturing environment.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Leadership experience

Process improvements

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning software

Job description

As a Manufacturing Operations Lead, you will serve as a pivotal leader overseeing daily production activities, driving process excellence, and fostering a culture of safety and high performance. You will utilize your expertise in Lean manufacturing and production planning to optimize operational output and achieve key business objectives.

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Operations Lead, you will serve as a pivotal leader overseeing daily production activities, driving process excellence, and fostering a culture of safety and high performance. You will utilize your expertise in Lean manufacturing and production planning to optimize operational output and achieve key business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing workflows to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and ensure consistent product quality.
• Develop and execute production schedules that align with customer demand and resource availability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop production teams to ensure high engagement and accountability.
• Enforce rigorous quality control standards and safety protocols to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to synchronize production goals with overall business strategy.
• Analyze operational metrics and KPIs to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Champion 5S principles to cultivate a clean, organized, and high-performance manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership or operations management.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and managing production teams.
• Strong proficiency in Lean manufacturing methodologies and operational efficiency initiatives.

Preferred Skills

• Experience managing complex supply chain or vendor performance metrics.
• Advanced knowledge of production planning software and ERP systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale safety and compliance audits.

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