Operations Manager

Wieland Group; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland in Delaware, OH is seeking an Operations Manager to drive safety, quality, delivery, and financial performance for reporting departments on-site. The role requires leading Lean initiatives and aligning results with corporate strategy.

The position emphasizes talent development, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/operations or related field.
• 5–10 years of manufacturing management experience.
• Safety‑oriented leadership track record.
• Strong strategic planning and problem solving.
• Ability to manage change across departments.
• Experience with Lean tools and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven work experience in Heat Exchanger manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Meet customer quality, delivery, and performance expectations.
• Meet annual operational performance objectives of the organization.
• Align results and strategy with the corporate vision.
• Foster Lean culture and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop employees and foster a culture of learning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Change management

Communication

Team building

Excel

PowerPoint

Heat exchanger manufacturing

LEAN thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations/Management

Tools

LEAN tools

Job description

Overview

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. Metal is more than material.

Wieland’s Cultural Values

Our culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work. We benefit daily from our employees’ knowledge and abilities. We place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, and respect.

Operations Manager

The Operations Manager is responsible for the operational results of the business entity, including day‑to‑day areas of safety, quality, delivery, and financial performance of the reporting departments. This role is located in Delaware, OH and will be fully on‑site.

Responsibilities

• Satisfy customer expectations for quality, delivery and performance of products and services.
• Assure performance to annual operational performance objectives of the organization.
• Align entity results and strategy with the overall corporate strategic vision.
• Reinforce the company’s core cultural values and set a positive personal example to the team to optimize behavioral and performance expectations.
• Develop employees to foster continuous improvement.
• Establish a culture of Lean Thinking and processes.
• Promote a Safety culture; set a positive Safety Leadership example.
• Increase production, maximize equipment availability while minimizing unnecessary inventory/costs and improving current quality standards.
• Allocate resources effectively and develop employee skills to maintain a highly flexible workforce.
• Ensure retention of key members, identify, and develop new talents for the core operating team.
• Align priorities, communicate expectations and progress, and effectively manage individuals as well as team performance.
• Monitor KPIs and trigger corrective and improvement actions on a continuous basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or courses in Engineering/Operations/Management or other related fields.
• 5‑10 years of management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of a safety‑oriented leadership style that leads to success.
• Strong background in strategic planning and problem solving.
• Ability to manage change throughout all departments and levels.
• Demonstrated skills in continuous improvement and extensive knowledge of LEAN tools and techniques.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven work experience in Heat Exchanger manufacturing.
• Strong team‑building, decision‑making and people‑management skills.
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and more from Day 1.
• 401(k) contribution with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Growth opportunities across 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America.
• Wellness programs with healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions.
• Commitment to sustainability and eco‑friendly solutions.

Wieland is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.