Manufacturing Operations Leader - Laminates & Films

Surteco; Auburn (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Surteco is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of a manufacturing facility in Auburn, PA. You will develop and implement strategies to ensure efficiency, productivity, and high-quality laminates and films.

The role requires strong leadership, staff development, and a commitment to safety and environmental standards, with a focus on continuous improvement and cost-effective operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant field.
• 7-10 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
• Strong leadership, team building, and coaching skills.
• Ability to develop and motivate people to drive a results-oriented culture.
• Analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience leading in a team environment with effective interpersonal communication.
• Strong environmental, safety and health background with KPI results.
• Knowledge of supply chain management including storage of raw materials, work in process inventory and finished goods.
• Lean Six Sigma training and/or certified training in continuous improvement with documented success.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies to achieve organizational objectives.
• Lead, manage, develop, and motivate our workforce.
• Analyze operational data and develop reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Manage the budget for operations activities.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Oversee production operations, assuring cost-effective processes that result in products of high quality and on time delivery.
• Analyze,developand implement process changes, quality controls and corrective actions that are in compliance with internal and external specifications, and within the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Direct production activities to assure cost-effective operations that meet customer needs.
• Develop manufacturing plans and objectives aligned with division goals and strategies.
• Demonstratedability to manage transformational change in an inclusiveway.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Change Management

Time Management

Team Building

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant field

Job description

Surteco is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of a manufacturing facility in Auburn, PA. You will develop and implement strategies to ensure efficiency, productivity, and high-quality laminates and films.

The role requires strong leadership, staff development, and a commitment to safety and environmental standards, with a focus on continuous improvement and cost-effective operations.