Operations Manager

Center Stage Display Productions; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Job summary

Center Stage Display Productions in Fair Lawn, NJ, is seeking an experienced Operations Director to oversee production, logistics, and installation teams. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes operational excellence from fabrication to final installation, especially during the busy holiday season. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in operations or project management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operations, production, or project management.
• Experience in shopping center, design/build, or retail environments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across fabrication, logistics, and installation.
• Manage schedules, labor, materials, and installation timelines.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Problem Solving

Financial Acumen

Job description

Overview

Center Stage Productions | Fair Lawn, NJ (On-Site, Weekdays)

Center Stage Productions is a design and build firm specializing in custom holiday décor, children’s play environments, barricades, and large-format graphics for premier retail and commercial clients. We’re looking for an experienced Operations Director to lead our production, logistics, and installation teams.

The Role

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for driving operational excellence across all projects—from fabrication through final installation. You’ll ensure everything runs efficiently, on time, and at the highest level of quality, especially during our fast-paced holiday season.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily operations across fabrication, logistics, warehousing, and installation
• Partner with design, sales, and project teams to execute projects seamlessly
• Manage schedules, labor, materials, and installation timelines
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards
• Build, lead, and motivate production and installation teams
• Oversee inventory, vendor relationships, and procurement
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
• Monitor budgets, labor costs, and overall operational performance

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years in operations, production, or project management
• Experience in the shopping center industry, design/build, fabrication, retail environments, or experiential installations
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Financial and operational acumen

Why Join Us

• Work on high-impact, visually exciting projects
• Be part of a collaborative, growing team
• Play a key leadership role in shaping operations and execution
• Competitive salary + benefits
• Location: Fair Lawn, NJ (in-office, weekdays)