Operations Manager

Avery Dennison; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive Healthcare

401(k) Retirement Savings

Life Insurance Protection

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Avery Dennison is seeking an Operations Manager to lead multiple shift teams at our Miamisburg, OH site, focusing on safety, quality, and cost-reduction initiatives. The role reports to the Plant Manager and emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, budget oversight, and people development.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in operations management, a relevant bachelor’s degree, strong ERP experience, and a track record of driving improvements in manufacturing settings.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of proven success in an operations management role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• Strong business acumen including budget development, capital investment, expenditure scheduling, and variance analysis.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety, quality, GMP, and housekeeping requirements within a manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in ERP systems with an aptitude for learning new applications and applying an analytical approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a healthy and safe working environment through consistent practice of safety programs, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
• Drive continuous improvements in quality, cost reduction, productivity, waste reduction, and customer satisfaction through effective planning and technology utilization.
• Review, analyze, and improve the efficiency of existing operational processes to enhance internal capacity, business alignment, and performance accountability.
• Nurture a culture of engagement and employee development, maintaining departmental bench strength and proactively working to retain top talent.
• Assist with annual budget preparation, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, monitor labor requirements, and support improved metric reporting and cross-functional tool enhancements.

Skills

Operations management

Budgeting

ERP systems

Safety and GMP

People leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

Inclusive Healthcare: This no-cost program helps you find doctors who will treat you with dignity and respect and who are experienced in providing compassionate, high-quality LGBTQ+ healthcare.

401(k) Retirement Savings: You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.

Life Insurance Protection: Basic Life Insurance (Company paid): Provides twice your base annual salary up to a $50,000 maximum at no cost to you.

Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Benefits

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Inclusive Healthcare: This no-cost program helps you find doctors who will treat you with dignity and respect and who are experienced in providing compassionate, high-quality LGBTQ+ healthcare.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings: You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.
• Life Insurance Protection: Basic Life Insurance (Company paid): Provides twice your base annual salary up to a $50,000 maximum at no cost to you.
• Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.

Job Description

Reporting into the Plant Manager, the Operations Manager is responsible for managing the operations teams across three shifts while delivering daily operational goals including safety, quality, customer service, cost reduction, productivity, and waste reduction. The Operations Manager provides leadership to all operational front-line managers and collaborates with the leadership team to deliver business goals.

Key Responsibilities

This is an on-site role based in Miamisburg, OH.

• Ensure a healthy and safe working environment through consistent practice of safety programs, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
• Drive continuous improvements in quality, cost reduction, productivity, waste reduction, and customer satisfaction through effective planning and technology utilization.
• Review, analyze, and improve the efficiency of existing operational processes to enhance internal capacity, business alignment, and performance accountability.
• Nurture a culture of engagement and employee development, maintaining departmental bench strength and proactively working to retain top talent.
• Assist with annual budget preparation, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, monitor labor requirements, and support improved metric reporting and cross-functional tool enhancements.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of proven success in an operations management role; Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• Strong business acumen including budget development, capital investment, expenditure scheduling, and variance analysis.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety, quality, GMP, and housekeeping requirements within a manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in ERP systems with an aptitude for learning new applications and applying an analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate, resolve conflict, delegate responsibilities, and manage teams through change and rapid growth.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.