Operations Manager

DeLisaGroup; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) plan

Medical benefits

Leadership access

Growth opportunities

Job summary

DeLisaGroup is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily production, quality, and inventory at our Waterbury-area facility. You will lead the team, drive production planning, and develop KPIs to improve throughput and reduce waste.

The role reports to the President and offers growth opportunities in a stable manufacturing environment, with a competitive salary and benefits package for a hands-on leader committed to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Operations/Production Management experience in a small job shop environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Excellent time management skills, including ability to prioritize tasks.
• Basic familiarity with ISO 9001 compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day facility operations including production, quality, and inventory functions.
• Develop and monitor KPIs: on-time delivery, lead time, waste, efficiency.
• Train and develop supervisory staff and operators.
• Maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Time management

Team orientation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client is a successful and stable manufacturing company located in greater Waterbury with a need for an experienced Operations Manager to help run our busy operation. This is a high-impact leadership position reporting directly to the President of the company, with continued opportunity for growth.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive salary $120,000 - $150,000/year depending on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical benefits
• Direct access to company leadership with the ability to influence operations
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing, stable manufacturing company
• Clear path for professional growth and advancement

The Position:

Reporting to the President, the Operations Manager will oversee the day-to-day activities of the facility to ensure efficient and effective operations, with oversight of production, quality, and inventory functions.

Job duties include:

• Production planning and scheduling
• Creation of KPIs; monitoring and improvement of production metrics (on time delivery, lead time, waste, and efficiency)
• Training and development of supervisory staff and operators
• Maintaining safety and compliance
• Maintaining machinery and equipment
• Oversight of the quality function, working through and developing the Quality Supervisor
• Inventory control
• Continuous improvement, problem solving, and problem analysis
• Resolution of escalated employee and customer issues
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of equipment and resources

About You:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 5+ years Operations/Production Management experience in a small job shop environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel
• Excellent time management skills, including ability to prioritize tasks
• Basic familiarity with ISO 9001 compliance

If you’re a hard-working, team-oriented, and reliable individual who would like to join a small yet stable company, we want to hear from you!