Manufacturing Operations Leader: Coach Teams & CI

gpac; Aurora (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations with a strong focus on safety, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement. The ideal leader teaches, coaches, and develops employees to build high-performing teams.

This role emphasizes accountability, clear expectations, and working cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Sales, HR, and Supply Chain to drive growth and improvements across the operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of senior manufacturing management experience.
• Strong leadership and people development capabilities.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles.
• ERP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop production and distribution teams while creating a safe, efficient, and collaborative operation.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop employees while supporting engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Work closely with production leadership to establish priorities and keep teams aligned.
• Build strong working relationships across Production, Engineering, Sales, HR, Supply Chain, and other departments.
• Drive continuous improvement, quality, and safety initiatives.
• Develop production plans and schedules that support business growth.
• Support capital projects and operational improvements.
• Partner with Engineering and Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Work with the Plant Manager to develop and execute business strategy.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP experience

Job description

gpac is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations with a strong focus on safety, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement. The ideal leader teaches, coaches, and develops employees to build high-performing teams.

This role emphasizes accountability, clear expectations, and working cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Sales, HR, and Supply Chain to drive growth and improvements across the operation.