Manufacturing Operations Leader — Growth, Bonus & 401(k)

Inovar Packaging Group; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance bonus

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Career growth

Job summary

Inovar Packaging Group LLC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead Manufacturing, Facilities, and Operations, driving efficiency, profitability, quality, and team performance.

You will develop manufacturing strategies, lead staffing and development, and partner with IT and Sales to align production with business goals. This role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and a strong, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant experience, or 10+ years of combined education/experience in operations and production management.
• Strong people leadership abilities including coaching, communication, engagement, conflict resolution, accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute short- and long-term manufacturing strategies, including workforce planning, capital investments, and technology integration.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and employee development to build a collaborative, high-performing operations team.
• Optimize production efficiency, inventory control, and quality standards to align with business goals.
• Monitor and enhance manufacturing performance, implementing cost-saving and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Partner with IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and facility management to maintain secure operations.
• Work with Sales and Customer Service to align production with business needs.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance productivity and operations.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Communication

Employee engagement

Conflict resolution

Accountability

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing software

IT infrastructure management

Job description

Inovar Packaging Group LLC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead Manufacturing, Facilities, and Operations, driving efficiency, profitability, quality, and team performance.

You will develop manufacturing strategies, lead staffing and development, and partner with IT and Sales to align production with business goals. This role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and a strong, collaborative culture.