Operations Manager

Actalent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health, dental, vision

In house gym

HSA options

Job summary

Actalent seeks a senior operations leader to oversee production, supply chain, logistics, and quality assurance. You will own one or more value streams, develop strategic operational plans, and drive cost reductions and efficiency across global suppliers and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in operations management, expertise in lean and Six Sigma, and strong leadership skills. This onsite role in Minneapolis offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in operations management.
• Strong knowledge of operations management principles, methodologies and best practices.
• Experience in process optimization, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency with operations management software and tools.
• Ability to build and maintain supplier/external partner relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of operations, including production, supply chain, logistics, and quality assurance.
• Take ownership of one or more Value Streams.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Standardize operating procedures and best practices across operations.
• Monitor KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and inspire a high-performance operations team with coaching and development.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards in all processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage supplier relationships and contracts.
• Implement inventory management practices to optimize stock and minimize obsolescence.

Skills

Operations management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

KPIs & metrics

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations management or related field

APICS certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of our operational processes. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, supply chain, logistics, and quality assurance, to drive efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge in operations management, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of successfully implementing operational strategies to achieve business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of our operations, including production, supply chain, logistics, and quality assurance, ensuring smooth and efficient processes across the organization.
• Take full ownership of one or more Value Streams.
• Develop and implement operational strategies, goals, and initiatives aligned with the overall business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement standardized operating procedures and best practices to ensure consistency and quality throughout all operations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess operational performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and inspire a team of operations professionals, providing clear direction, coaching, and development opportunities to foster a high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and quality requirements in all operational processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, to manage relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive operational excellence throughout the supply chain.
• Implement effective inventory management practices to optimize inventory levels, minimize obsolescence, and ensure product availability.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, preferably in a relevant industry or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of operations management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in process optimization, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve high performance.
• Proficiency in using operational management software and tools to drive efficiency and productivity.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and external partners.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Certification in operations management (e.g., APICS, Lean Six Sigma) is a plus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Standard Benefits:

• 401K
• Health, dental, vision
• In house gym
• HSA options

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.