Manufacturing Operations Leader — Safety & Efficiency

CPS Inc.; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the production department and drive safe, cost-efficient operation across the plant. You will coordinate with production supervisors and cross-functional leaders to meet production targets while complying with all safety and regulatory requirements.

Requirements include a B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing with 2–3 years of direct leadership, and a strong ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and continuous

Qualifications

• B.S. Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years manufacturing experience, with 2-3 years in leadership.
• Strong KPI understanding, budgeting, and cost control experience.
• Results-driven leader with strategic planning and communication skills.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the Manufacturing department.
• Direct production activities and establish production priorities.
• Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly Production staff activities.
• Collaborate with plant and corporate leaders to optimize material, labor, and equipment use.
• Organize production shutdowns and start-ups for maintenance.
• Achieve departmental objectives within time, cost, and quality targets.
• Ensure safe operations and staff training on safety policies and procedures.
• Develop cost savings plans to meet annual savings goals.
• Provide performance management support for direct reports.
• Ensure training coverage and cross-training programs.

Skills

Leadership

KPI management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Continuous improvement

Education

B.S. Chemical Engineering

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

CPS Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the production department and drive safe, cost-efficient operation across the plant. You will coordinate with production supervisors and cross-functional leaders to meet production targets while complying with all safety and regulatory requirements.

Requirements include a B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing with 2–3 years of direct leadership, and a strong ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and continuous