Operations Manager

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions US Inc; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Disability Insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions US Inc in Tukwila, WA seeks an experienced Operations Leader to oversee day-to-day production, lead the operations team, and collaborate with the General Manager on strategic plans.

The role focuses on lean manufacturing, budget control, KPI tracking, supplier relations, and driving continuous improvement to deliver quality on time while managing costs.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field
• 7+ years Operations experience
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• Experience in Lean Sigma methodologies
• MBA or master's degree in related field
• 10+ years of Operations Management experience
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver world class performance
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement , fostering teamwork, and addressing conflict appropriately
• Commitment to making improvements company wide
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to successfully present thoughts, ideas and information to large groups of people
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with coworkers and company in a leadership capacity
• Ability to manage cross functional teams, coordinate supplier/customer meetings

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day to day operations to ensure production and processes run efficiently
• Managing and leading the operations team to ensure they are motivated, productive and aligned with company goals
• Collaborating with the General Manager and other senior leaders to develop and implement operational strategies
• Efficiently allocating resources to maximize productivity while controlling costs
• Implementing and monitoring quality control processes to meet established quality standards
• Identifying areas for process optimization, cost reduction and efficiency improvement and then leading initiatives to achieve these objectives
• Developing and managing budgets for operations ensuring financial targets are met and costs are controlled
• Identifying and mitigating operational risks, whether related to safety, compliance, or other factors that could affect business continuity
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Defining and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the success and efficiency of operations and to identify improvements
• Focusing on exceeding customer expectations by delivering products or services on time at the expected quality within budget
• Providing regular updates to the General Manager on the status of operations and challenges
• Emergency Response: Developing and implementing emergency response plans to minimize disruptions

Skills

Lean Sigma methodologies

Leadership & team management

Cross-functional coordination

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations Management

MBA or master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tukwila
15660 Nelson Place
Tukwila, WA 98188, USA

Description

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Operational Oversight: Overseeing day to day operations to ensure production and processes run efficiently
• Team Leadership: Managing and leading the operations team to ensure they are motivated, productive and aligned with company goals
• Strategic Planning: Collaborating with the General Manager and other senior leaders to develop and implement operational strategies
• Resource Allocation: Efficiently allocating resources to maximize productivity while controlling costs
• Quality Assurance: Implementing and monitoring quality control processes to meet established quality standards
• Process Improvement: Identifying areas for process optimization, cost reduction and efficiency improvement and then leading initiatives to achieve these objectives
• Budget Management: Developing and managing budgets for operations ensuring financial targets are met and costs are controlled
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating operational risks, whether related to safety, compliance, or other factors that could affect business continuity
• Supplier and Vendor Management: Establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Performance Metrics: Defining and monitoring key performance indicators (KPI's) to assess the success and efficiency of operations and to identify improvements
• Customer Satisfaction: Focusing on exceeding customer expectations by delivering products or services on time at the expected quality within budget
• Communication: Providing regular updates to the General Manager on the status of operations and challenges
• Emergency Response: Developing and implementing emergency response plans to minimize disruptions

Education and Experience:

Required:

• 4 year degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field
• 7+ years Operations experience
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• Experience in Lean Sigma methodologies
• MBA or master's degree in related field
• 10+ years of Operations Management experience
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver world class performance
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement , fostering teamwork, and addressing conflict appropriately
• Commitment to making improvements company wide
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to successfully present thoughts, ideas and information to large groups of people
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with coworkers and company in a leadership capacity
• Ability to manage cross functional teams, coordinate supplier/customer meetings

Travel:

• Minimal travel as required (10%)

Application:

Last Application Date 3/3/2026

The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical locations, work experience and/or skill level. Additions to the compensation packaging, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.

Compensation range: $99,000-$148,000

401(k) matching

Disability Insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

As and EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be a US persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as a US Citizen, US Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.

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