Operations Manager

Novolex; Grottoes (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager to lead daily operations at its Virginia manufacturing plant. You will report to the Plant Manager, supervise a team of operations supervisors, and drive continuous improvement across production processes, safety, quality, and cost.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering or related field, 8+ years of experience, and strong leadership. Spanish bilingual preferred. Novolex offers comprehensive benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or business administration.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• 8+ years of operations management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Strong leadership and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Serve as second-in-command to the Plant Manager and support overall plant operations.
• Lead and develop a team of operations supervisors for production excellence.
• Develop strategies to optimize performance, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with company goals and objectives.
• Provide leadership in setting and achieving operational KPIs and targets, including safety, quality, production efficiency, and cost control.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and high performance within the plant.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and innovation in plant operations.
• Act as a strategic partner to the Plant Manager, providing insights, recommendations, and support in driving the plant's overall success.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Strategic foresight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation, leadership, and management of the manufacturing plant. Roles and responsibilities include:

• Serves as the second-in-command to the Plant Manager, supporting in the overall management and operations of the plant.
• Lead and manage a team of operations supervisors, ensuring operational excellence and efficiency in production processes.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize plant performance, improve productivity, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Provide leadership in setting and achieving operational KPIs and targets, including safety, quality, production efficiency, and cost control.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and high performance within the plant.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and innovation in plant operations.
• Act as a strategic partner to the Plant Manager, providing insights, recommendations, and support in driving the plant's overall success.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in operations management within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the packaging industry.
• Proven track record of leadership and people management, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving common goals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions and drive operational improvements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic foresight and ability to think long-term, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities in the industry.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience in driving operational excellence, cost reduction, and process optimization.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards.

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Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].

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