Manufacturing Operations Leader - Lean & TPM

JMJ Phillip Group; Upper Allen Township (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JMJ Phillip Group seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee manufacturing and maintenance, driving safety, efficiency, and cost reductions in Peachtree City, GA.

You will direct daily production, manage budgets, lead teams, and implement Lean, TPM, and Six Sigma principles across facilities; monitor KPIs like productivity and on-time delivery.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 6–8 years of leadership experience required; strong communication and strategic planning skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• 6–8 years of manufacturing management experience.
• Experience as frontline shop supervisor with exposure to multiple manufacturing support functions.
• Strong knowledge of TPM, SPC, 5S, and Lean principles.
• Experience in production planning, maintenance management, budgeting, and performance improvement.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate daily manufacturing and production activities to meet customer delivery schedules, quality standards, and cost objectives.
• Oversee production lines, equipment, maintenance operations, facilities, and resource allocation.
• Adjust labor, equipment capacity, and production schedules in response to changing demand and operational requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators, including productivity, equipment reliability, on-time shipments, and product quality.
• Manage maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and extend equipment life.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and 5S principles.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment performance, and operating practices to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Support the implementation of new manufacturing methods, technologies, and process improvements.
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets, operating plans, and monthly forecasts.
• Contribute to capital expenditure planning, equipment investments, and long-term operational strategies.
• Evaluate production capacity, inventory requirements, staffing, and resource utilization to meet business objectives.
• Collaborate with plant leadership on financial and operational decisions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and quality standards.
• Promote a culture of workplace safety, housekeeping, and organized production areas.
• Monitor quality performance and implement corrective actions to reduce defects and improve consistency.
• Ensure adherence to standardized work procedures and process controls.
• Lead and develop manufacturing managers, supervisors, and production personnel.
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, positive labor relations, and effective communication.
• Provide regular operational updates to plant leadership regarding safety, quality, production schedules, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support customer satisfaction and organizational goals.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing management

Process improvement

Problem-solving

Communication

Budgeting

Production planning

TPM

SPC

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JMJ Phillip Group seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee manufacturing and maintenance, driving safety, efficiency, and cost reductions in Peachtree City, GA.

You will direct daily production, manage budgets, lead teams, and implement Lean, TPM, and Six Sigma principles across facilities; monitor KPIs like productivity and on-time delivery.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 6–8 years of leadership experience required; strong communication and strategic planning skills are essential.