Manufacturing Operations Leader — Lean, CI & ISO (ESOP)

KI; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Educational support

Full benefits package

Job summary

KI is seeking an Operations Manager at its Manitowoc manufacturing facility to lead safety, quality, and throughput improvements. The role focuses on lean manufacturing and continuous improvement to optimize operations and profitability.

You will lead a team of technicians, partner with engineering and customer service, and ensure on-time shipping, strong inventory control, and data-driven decision making in a dynamic production environment in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze data, drive decisions, and lead through change.

Responsibilities

• Safety and Quality: Ensuring a safe working environment and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Operational Efficiency: Managing on-time shipping, inventory control, and labor efficiencies.
• Continuous Improvement: Working with the engineering team on projects and assisting with ISO documentation and certification audits.
• Team Leadership: Coaching and problem-solving with technicians and managing multiple direct reports.
• Customer Focus: Collaborating with customer service and other corporate departments to meet customer expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Problem solving

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field

Job description

KI is seeking an Operations Manager at its Manitowoc manufacturing facility to lead safety, quality, and throughput improvements. The role focuses on lean manufacturing and continuous improvement to optimize operations and profitability.

You will lead a team of technicians, partner with engineering and customer service, and ensure on-time shipping, strong inventory control, and data-driven decision making in a dynamic production environment in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.