Manufacturing Operations Lead - Safety, Efficiency & Growth

5 Star Recruitment; Chatfield (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Manager in Chatfield, Minnesota. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in leading manufacturing teams, particularly in sheet metal fabrication or machining. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe work environment, overseeing daily operations, and maximizing operational efficiency. This role requires problem-solving skills and the ability to train and develop employees to meet production goals. A collaborative team player is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience leading/supervising teams in manufacturing.
• Ability to administer rules and policies effectively.
• Comfortable providing feedback to employees and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to ensure a safe work environment.
• Oversee daily operations and align with the production schedule.
• Monitor operational efficiency using KPIs.
• Support employee cross-training to build a versatile workforce.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Communicate daily performance metrics to the team.
• Enforce company policies and standards on the production floor.
• Plan and schedule staff based on production needs.

Skills

Leadership experience in sheet metal fabrication/machining

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Ability to utilize ERP systems

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Applications

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Manager in Chatfield, Minnesota. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in leading manufacturing teams, particularly in sheet metal fabrication or machining. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe work environment, overseeing daily operations, and maximizing operational efficiency. This role requires problem-solving skills and the ability to train and develop employees to meet production goals. A collaborative team player is essential for success.