Manufacturing Operations Lead — Admin & Compliance

Cleveland-Cliffs; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Business Operations Administrator for our Piedmont, NC facility to oversee daily administrative and business operations across accounting, purchasing, HR, logistics, customer service, and compliance.

The role supports multiple functions in a fast-paced environment, manages accounts payable/receivable, procurement, payroll support, and continuous improvement initiatives while building strong relationships with internal teams and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of experience in business operations, office administration, accounting, human resources, purchasing, or a related role.
• Experience supporting multiple business functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day business operations, including accounting, purchasing, human resources, logistics, customer service, and office administration.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and other accounting functions.
• Manage procurement activities, supplier relationships, inventory levels, and cost-control initiatives.
• Coordinate employee onboarding, benefits administration, payroll support, and employee relations activities.
• Support transportation and logistics operations, including inbound and outbound shipments and carrier coordination.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, quality standards, and ISO requirements.
• Monitor business performance, identify opportunities for process improvements, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, capital projects, and long-range business planning.
• Build strong relationships with employees, customers, suppliers, and business partners.
• Provide administrative and operational support for a small manufacturing facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Office management

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Sage accounting

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Business Operations Administrator for our Piedmont, NC facility to oversee daily administrative and business operations across accounting, purchasing, HR, logistics, customer service, and compliance.

The role supports multiple functions in a fast-paced environment, manages accounts payable/receivable, procurement, payroll support, and continuous improvement initiatives while building strong relationships with internal teams and partners.