Manufacturing Operations Leader for Operational Excellence

Sora Resource Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sora Resource Group in Charleston, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead heavy industrial manufacturing, directing daily operations and coaching frontline leaders to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity goals.

The role emphasizes applying Control Plans, Standard Work, and Job Safety Analyses while advancing strategic manufacturing initiatives aligned to 1–3 year plans with cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2–5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of technical problem-solving in manufacturing.
• Proven ability to develop and lead frontline leaders.
• Strong organizational skills and prioritization ability.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to meet goals.
• Background in strategic planning and new process implementation.
• Track record of improving Safety, Quality, and Productivity.
• Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing operations aligned with goals and objectives.
• Develop, mentor, and coach frontline leaders to boost performance.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and enforce procedures.
• Ensure consistent use of Control Plans, Standard Work, and JSA.
• Establish stable, repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, productivity and cost.
• Translate business objectives into manufacturing plans for 1–3 years.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new processes.
• Investigate and solve technical and operational challenges using structured methods.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical

Communication

Cross-functional teams

Strategic planning

Continuous improvement

Coaching front-line leaders

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Sora Resource Group in Charleston, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead heavy industrial manufacturing, directing daily operations and coaching frontline leaders to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity goals.

The role emphasizes applying Control Plans, Standard Work, and Job Safety Analyses while advancing strategic manufacturing initiatives aligned to 1–3 year plans with cross-functional collaboration.