Manufacturing Operations Manager

Ashton North LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC in Charleston, SC seeks an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing activities in a heavy industrial environment. You will coach frontline leaders, drive operational performance, and ensure safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets are met.

This role emphasizes control plans, standard work, and JSA usage, while advancing initiatives aligned with the company 1–3 year plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical engineering field required; BS preferred.
• 2–5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• At least 3 years of technical problem-solving within manufacturing.
• Proven ability to develop, coach, and lead front-line leaders.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage priorities and time.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to meet goals.
• Background in strategic planning and implementing new manufacturing processes.
• Proven track record of improving Safety, Quality, and Productivity.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing operations aligned with goals and objectives.
• Mentor and coach front-line leaders to strengthen leadership and performance.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and zero-injury focus.
• Ensure consistent use of Control Plans, Standard Work, and Job Safety Analyses.
• Establish and sustain controlled, stable, repeatable processes.
• Identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Translate business objectives into manufacturing plans for 1–3 year strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new processes.
• Investigate and resolve technical/operational challenges with structured problem solving.
• Foster accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Engineering degree preferred

Location: Charleston, SC

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Operations Manager provides leadership and direction for manufacturing activities in a heavy industrial environment. This individual is responsible for developing and coaching front-line leaders, driving operational performance, and ensuring the organization meets key objectives in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity.

This position oversees daily manufacturing execution and promotes consistent, reliable operations through the effective application of Control Plans, Standard Work, and Job Safety Analyses. The manager also plays an important role in advancing manufacturing initiatives and implementing strategies that support the company's 1–3-year business plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and overall business objectives.

• Develop, mentor, and coach front-line leaders to strengthen leadership capabilities and improve team performance.

• Maintain a strong safety culture focused on achieving a zero-injury workplace and following established safety procedures.

• Ensure consistent application of Control Plans, Standard Work, and Job Safety Analyses throughout manufacturing operations.

• Establish and sustain controlled, stable, and repeatable manufacturing processes.

• Identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, productivity, operational efficiency, and cost performance.

• Translate strategic business objectives into manufacturing plans and initiatives that support the organization's 1–3-year strategy.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new processes and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Investigate and resolve technical and operational challenges using structured problem-solving techniques.

• Foster a culture of accountability, employee development, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required - BS preferred in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering.

• 2–5 years of demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

• At least 3 years of technical problem-solving experience within a manufacturing operation.

• Proven ability to develop, coach, and lead front-line leaders.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage priorities and time effectively.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational and business goals.

• Background in strategic planning and implementing new manufacturing processes.

• Demonstrated success improving Safety, Quality, and Productivity performance through continuous improvement.

• Strong analytical, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.