Operations Manager

MJ Recruiters; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits available day one

Bonus potential

Excellent work/life balance

HSA contribution

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Findlay is seeking an energetic Operations Manager to lead their team. This role involves overseeing multiple aspects of manufacturing, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring effective operations. Ideal candidates should have over five years of relevant experience and a passion for leading change in a collaborative environment. Competitive medical benefits and bonus potential are available from day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in manufacturing operations management.
• Experience overseeing multi-shift production environments.
• Proven track record of continuous improvement.
• Project management experience with timelines and budgets.
• Comfortable on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Coach and develop team members.
• Oversee operations and quality management.
• Lead several plant improvement initiatives.
• Drive project management and accountability.
• Ensure KPI tracking and improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Coaching and Mentoring

Communication

Project Management

Education

5+ years of manufacturing operations management experience

Experience with P&L

ERP experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Operations Manager - Non-Automotive Manufacturer

Oversee multiple facets of manufacturing with a profitable, growing company

Within 30 minutes of the Findlay, OH area

Medical benefits day one of employment plus bonus potential!

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving change and inspiring teams? We are looking for an energetic Operations Manager to take the reins of a high-profile, high-impact role! This is your chance to lead a dedicated and experienced team ready for a new vision.

➡️ Champion change and lead with enthusiasm

➡️ Lead a legacy team

This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to join a company that values your expertise, offers the support you need, and trusts you to lead. If you're ready to make a significant impact without sacrificing your personal life, we encourage you to apply!

With growth in their sights, acquiring new business and maximizing continuous improvement opportunities, our client is hiring an Operations Manager. As the Operations Manager, you will develop and coach a team of direct and indirect reports in operations, quality, EHS, maintenance, procurement and scheduling. Daily responsibilities will include:

• Coach, mentor and develop direct and indirect reports to exceed their individual goals
• Have direct oversight of operations, quality, supply chain, maintenance and EHS
• Infuse energy, character, passion and charisma into the position; be a strong leader and act as a change agent for the production floor
• Improve the pace of accountability and management by improving communication with daily/weekly meetings and updates
• Participate in cross-functional meetings within multiple departments
• Be present on the manufacturing floor in order to develop the team and create "buy in" of the company's vision
• Review delivery standards, including evaluating on-time delivery and product flow
• Identify process improvements and initiate group participation in continuous improvement activities
• Oversee project management, driving change and improvements on the production floor
• Ensure sustainability by making sure that areas are operating consistently
• Management and oversight of the site P&L
• Maintain and improve communication on plant projects, including getting with internal partners on ensuring that plant projects and CI activities run smoothly and are well-planned
• Work with the scheduling team to improve the scheduling process, by understanding current and future capacity
• Hold managers accountable and maintain consistent management practices
• Lead CapEx projects by ensuring that the due diligence has been done on the research and cost justification, determining the most cost-effective scenario, and communicating with additional departments to ensure a smooth purchase and transition
• Develop your leadership team and create a succession plan for current staff and any potential new hires
• Value the data that is provided, reviewing each individual work area and running necessary reports to determine how to move forward with improvements activities
• Ensure that key performance indicators are in place and work on monitoring and improving KPIs
• Other duties as directed by senior management

The company is seeking a candidate who enjoys spending time on the manufacturing floor. Candidates should feel comfortable being a "Change Agent", able to take ownership of their plant, lead by example, coach and mentor their staff and have the ability to hold others accountable. Individuals should lead with enthusiasm and be able to develop camaraderie among the team. The qualified individual will be passionate about continuous improvement, establishing consistent processes and meeting KPIs based on data-driven information. The company's competitive medical benefits are available day one of employment, and there will be bonus offered for this position.

REQUIREMENTS for the Operations Manager:

2. Minimum of five years of similar manufacturing operations management experience

3. Experience overseeing direct and indirect reports

4. Experience overseeing multiple facets of manufacturing (production, maintenance, engineering, quality, etc.)

5. Experience overseeing a multi-shift production environment

6. Proven track record of measurable continuous improvement accomplishments

7. Project management experience, including timelines and budgets

8. ERP experience

9. P&L experience

10. Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel

Skills preferred but NOT required:

1. Formal Lean and/or Six Sigma training or certifications

2. Metalworking experience

Reasons to work for this company:

➡️ Benefits available day one of employment, an HSA contribution and bonus potential

➡️ Company is growing by leaps and bounds

➡️ High-profile position with opportunity to make an immediate impact

➡️ Plant improvements have been made

➡️ Excellent work/life balance and minimal weekends

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production, Manufacturing, and Management