Operations Manager

FPC Franchise; Kentucky; On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

FPC Franchise is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing operations at the Chagrin Falls facility. You will drive safe, efficient production, develop high‑performing teams, and steward continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will manage EHS compliance, budgets, and cross‑functional collaboration with Supply Chain, R&D, Finance, and HR to achieve operational excellence and meet customer commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field, or equivalent leadership experience.
• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership with safety, quality and productivity improvements.
• Experience leading organizational change and coaching production teams.
• Experience with SAP or comparable ERP and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety-first culture and ensure EHS compliance.
• Implement Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop shift managers and production personnel into high-performing teams.
• Develop and execute production strategy aligned with site objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and improve safety, quality, productivity, delivery.
• Manage operating and capital budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Commercial, R&D, Finance, HR, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure consistent production of high-quality products meeting specs and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Strategic thinking

Lean manufacturing

Change management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position: Operations Manager

Direct Reports: 2 Supervisors and 50 hourly associates

Reports To: Plant Manager

Salary Range: $135k to $155k

Bonus: 24%

Relocation: Yes

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Chagrin Falls facility. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. As a key member of the site leadership team, you will develop high‑performing teams, optimize manufacturing performance, and foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a strong manufacturing background, proven operational expertise, and a passion for developing people and improving processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a safety‑first culture by ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies, regulations, and company standards.
• Drive operational excellence through the implementation and sustainment of Lean manufacturing principles, including 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop shift managers, technical experts, and production personnel to build an engaged, accountable, and high‑performing workforce.
• Develop and execute the production strategy in alignment with site objectives and overall business priorities.
• Monitor key performance indicators and leverage management systems to improve safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and overall operational performance.
• Manage operating and capital budgets while identifying opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiencies, and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Partner closely with Supply Chain, Commercial, R&D, Finance, Human Resources, and other cross‑functional teams to achieve business objectives and drive operational success.
• Ensure consistent production of high‑quality products that meet customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and service expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related technical field, or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
• Seven or more years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership experience with a demonstrated record of improving safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.
• Proven experience leading organizational change and driving continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in coaching, mentoring, and developing leaders and production teams.
• Experience using SAP or a comparable ERP system, along with strong analytical, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Process Safety Management (PSM) environment.
• Six Sigma certification or formal continuous improvement training.
• Hands‑on experience with Lean manufacturing methodologies and tools, including DMAIC, FMEA, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, or similar continuous improvement techniques.
• Experience supporting distribution or warehouse operations.
• MBA with a concentration in Operations, Finance, Accounting, or a related business discipline.