Operations Leader: Lean Manufacturing & Safety

A-dec Inc.; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A-dec Inc. in Newberg, Oregon, seeks an Operations Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations across assembly, machining, warehousing, and related functions.

Lead lean initiatives, build high-performing teams, partner with Engineering, P&C, EHS, and Planning, and drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery. Requires 5+ years in manufacturing with 2+ years leading teams; bachelor's degree preferred; Six Sigma/Lean a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in manufacturing, including 2+ years leading teams.
• Hands-on ERP and manufacturing data tools experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and production reports.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily manufacturing operations across defined areas and shifts to meet safety, quality, delivery, and output goals.
• Leads lean initiatives and drives continuous improvement across functions.
• Coaches and develops high-performing teams in an inclusive culture.
• Partners with P&C, EHS, Engineering, Planning, and Purchasing to align priorities.
• Manages budgets, capacity planning, and readiness for new product introductions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Data analysis

MS Office

Dashboards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, operations, or engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MES

Digital manufacturing

Job description

A-dec Inc. in Newberg, Oregon, seeks an Operations Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations across assembly, machining, warehousing, and related functions.

Lead lean initiatives, build high-performing teams, partner with Engineering, P&C, EHS, and Planning, and drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery. Requires 5+ years in manufacturing with 2+ years leading teams; bachelor's degree preferred; Six Sigma/Lean a plus.