Operations Manager

Anchor Glass Container Corporation

Jenks (OK)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent glass container manufacturer in Jenks, Oklahoma, is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee plant production and ensure compliance with quality standards. This role involves fostering a strong team environment and aligning operational objectives with business goals. Candidates should have over 7 years of manufacturing experience and 5 years in operations leadership. This full-time position offers opportunities for leadership and strategic management in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

7+ years of manufacturing experience with 5 years in operations leadership.
Ability to lead effectively from shop floor to executive level.
Willingness to be accessible 24/7 for facility support.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily plant operations and ensure quality standards.
Foster a team environment with emphasis on communication.
Monitor operations to align performance with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Process improvement

Team building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Job description

Operations Manager – Manufacturing Operations

Anchor Glass Container Corporation, headquartered in Tampa, Florida, is a leading North American manufacturer of premium glass containers with six production facilities across the US. Founded in 1983, Anchor serves iconic consumer packaging brands in beer, beverages, spirits and foods. We focus on delivering excellence in details and customer experiences, supported by a team of over 2,000 US-based members.

Job Summary – Oversees 24/7 plant production operations, ensures quality and regulatory standards are met, and contributes to safety, quality, productivity and stewardship initiatives. Works with the General Manager to plan and coordinate plant activities with department managers to achieve manufacturing objectives and foster accountability.

MAIN POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Foster a team environment with strong communication, collaboration, and willingness to challenge the status quo.
Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development to achieve company goals.
Foster a culture of open, high-trust, learning environment.
Drive overall plant operations, including finance, manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, materials, quality assurance/control, human resources, and information systems.
Assist in developing a culture of high trust, clear metrics, leading indicators, ownership, and accountability.
Assist with aligning functional objectives to achieve business goals, including safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and people development.
Monitor 24/7 operations to ensure performance aligns with business objectives in safety, quality, productivity and people development.
Coordinate plant activities with department managers to ensure manufacturing objectives are met and promote accountability.
Ensure regulatory compliance standards are met and technical objectives are achieved with timely resolution of roadblocks.
This role leads 20–30 employees (salary), strategic partners, and suppliers.

EMPLOYEE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Manufacturing (equivalent experience acceptable).
Manufacturing experience of 7+ years with 5 years in operations leadership.
Experience in change management, process improvement and optimization.
Ability to lead with trust and a drive to develop self and others; effective communication from shop floor to executive level.
Willingness to be accessible 24/7 and on holidays to support the facility as needed.
Leadership attributes: high drive, willingness to challenge the status quo, accountability, adaptability, and a roll-up-the-sleeves attitude.
Strong ability to build trust and a cohesive team environment.

Seniority level