Manufacturing Operations Leader, Continuous Improvement

ITG Brands; Cayey (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ITG Brands is seeking an Operations Lead in a manufacturing setting to coordinate daily production activities in a fast-paced plant. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency while guiding teams and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing leadership, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain. This is a full-time on-site position in a dynamic facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive manufacturing/operations leadership experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English (written and verbal).
• Strong leadership, problem solving, organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with SAP and MS Office in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily production activities to achieve operational goals.
• Monitor productivity, quality, safety, and performance metrics.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Coordinate resources, materials, and manpower to meet production schedules.
• Assist in resolving production challenges and escalate as needed.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other departments.
• Prepare and communicate operational reports and performance updates.
• Support employee training, development and performance management.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Maintain a positive and productive work environment.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Data analysis

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree required

Master's Degree preferred

8+ years manufacturing leadership experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

ITG Brands is seeking an Operations Lead in a manufacturing setting to coordinate daily production activities in a fast-paced plant. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency while guiding teams and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing leadership, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain. This is a full-time on-site position in a dynamic facility.