Operations Leader - People-First, Fast-Growth Manufacturing

TimberHP; Madison (ME); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Career growth

Time off

Job summary

TimberHP in Maine is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our wood fiber insulation production, from raw materials to finished goods, with safety and efficiency at the forefront.

You will mentor Supervisors and the Operations team, partnering with Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive uptime, yield, and cost improvements while growing talent in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a continuous manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years of experience managing and developing people with 2–6 direct reports.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Power, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic oversight of production from raw materials to finished goods.
• Coach and develop Supervisors and Operations Team Members, creating a culture of continuous learning
• Partner cross-functionally with Maintenance, Quality, Building Science, Supply Chain, and EHS to keep production humming
• Lead Supervisors and their crews in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment
• Mentor effective troubleshooting to improve machine uptime and yield
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in safety, uptime, yield, and cost
• Handle the administrative side of leadership, scheduling, budgeting, and performance management
• Be a steady, available resource for your team, including some nights, weekends, and on-call support as needed

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

People management

Analytical thinking

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

Mill execution systems

Control systems

OSHA compliance tooling

Job description

TimberHP in Maine is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our wood fiber insulation production, from raw materials to finished goods, with safety and efficiency at the forefront.

You will mentor Supervisors and the Operations team, partnering with Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive uptime, yield, and cost improvements while growing talent in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.