Operations Manager

Job Juncture; Henryetta (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Established industry leader

Comprehensive leadership role

Commitment to continuous improvement

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing firm in Henryetta, Oklahoma, is seeking an experienced operations leader to oversee 24/7 plant operations. The role emphasizes leadership in safety, quality, and compliance, requiring strong communication skills and a passion for development. The ideal candidate will have significant manufacturing experience and a bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields. This position offers competitive compensation and a chance to lead in an established industry leader committed to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in operations leadership.
• Strong background in safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Willingness to be accessible 24/7, including holidays, to support facility needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily plant operations across production, quality, engineering, materials, HR, and support functions.
• Ensure alignment of plant objectives with strategic business goals.
• Oversee compliance with all regulatory and technical standards.

Skills

Change management

Process improvement

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or equivalent

Job description

Responsible for overseeing 24/7 plant operations, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role drives continuous improvement in productivity, safety, and people development, while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily plant operations across production, quality, engineering, materials, HR, and support functions.
• Foster a culture of trust, communication, and accountability with clear metrics and ownership.
• Ensure alignment of plant objectives with strategic business goals, including safety, quality, productivity, and talent development.
• Provide leadership in employee relations, coaching, training, and development.
• Oversee compliance with all regulatory and technical standards.
• Partner with the General Manager and department heads to ensure objectives are met and obstacles resolved quickly.
• Lead a team of 2030 salaried employees, in addition to coordinating with strategic partners and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or equivalent.
• 7+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in operations leadership.
• Experience in change management, process improvement, and optimization.
• Strong background in safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to lead with trust and a passion for developing self and others.
• Effective communicator across all levels from shop floor to executive leadership.
• Willingness to be accessible 24/7, including holidays, to support facility needs.
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and people development skills.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

• Competitive compensation
• Established industry leader
• Comprehensive leadership role
• Commitment to continuous improvement