Operations Manager

fxiexternalsite; Archbald (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

FXI is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing and shipping across shifts. You'll develop KPI tracking, drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery while managing costs and safety.

The role requires a BS in Engineering or Business, MBA preferred, and 5–7 years in manufacturing with proven leadership and SAP experience. You will partner with Sales and Customer Service to meet customer specs and delivery dates.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Business required or similar
• MBA preferred for senior leadership
• Proven 5–7 years in manufacturing leadership roles

Responsibilities

• Develop and track KPI metrics for operations, production, and shipping across shifts
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to reduce cost and improve quality
• Lead planning, scheduling, and supervision of 3 direct reports and ~40 hourly employees

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Team development

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering or Business

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Overview

FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in the Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us?

Responsibilities

• Develop track and champion operations Key Performance Indicator's (KPI's).
• Instill and drive Employee Engagement and company's Mission, Vision and Values through operations
• Responsible for planning/scheduling, directing, and coordinating the manufacturing operations for a Production, Fabrication and Shipping department across all shifts.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize daily, weekly, and monthly objectives based on business need, product introduction, equipment efficiency and materials.
• Ensures labor cost, equipment efficiency and material are optimized.
• Champion, lead and execute cost reduction/continuous improvement initiatives.
• Responsible for ensuring completion of Job Hazard Analysis, Near Miss Hazard and Behavioral Observations reports accurately and timely.
• Champion Safety and ensure achievement of the plant's safety objectives.
• Complete all areas of Functional Area Tactical Plan.
• Manage, direct and supervise up to 3 direct reports and indirectly 40 hourly employees.
• Ensure customer demands (including material specs, delivery dates) are achieved on time, at the highest level of quality.
• Work closely with Sales and Customer Service to proactively address any specification or on-time and full delivery issues

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Business discipline. MBA is preferred
• Six Sigma green or black belt preferred
• 5-7 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must have verifiable Lean manufacturing experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop individuals and teams.
• Demonstrated ability to enforce root case analysis of quality issues and requirements within the scope of TS and ISO Management Systems
• Experience with operating and capital budget development and management
• Ability to provide oral and written communication to all levels of employees within the Company
• Strategic mindset; ability to work in a rapidly changing and growing environment
• SAP experience a plus