Operations Manager

Movement Search & Delivery; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Movement Search and Delivery in Worcester, MA is seeking a Plant Manager to lead Forge, CNC Machining, Heat Treat, NDT, and Shipping. You will own the production plan, drive safety, cost reductions, and throughput while achieving daily and quarterly targets.

The role demands a data-driven leader with proven experience in heavy manufacturing, lean practices, and strong communication. Will oversee shifts and a 24/7 operation with a focus on performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in engineering or business and 8+ years in heavy manufacturing.
• Experience with P&L responsibility and cost reduction initiatives.
• Strong communication and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs all manufacturing functions across Forge, CNC, Heat Treat, and Shipping.
• Drive safety initiatives to prevent accidents and lower DART Rate.
• Generate and execute plans to reduce overall costs.
• Develop strategies to meet daily to quarterly targets.
• Ensure quality standards and optimized manufacturing procedures.
• Identify opportunities to optimize processing and methodologies.
• Address operational constraints and implement corrective actions.
• Lead toolbox implementation and foster positive employee relations.

Skills

Data-driven leadership

Lean manufacturing

P&L management

Operations planning

Communication

Education

BS in engineering or business

Tools

MS Office

Mainframe spreadsheets

Job description

Movement Search and Delivery is working with a heavy industry manufacturer in Worcester to identify a production leader for this 400 employee campus.

Salary Expectations:

• -150-185k
• -30% bonus

Keys to this role:

• High manufacturing IQ: Full P&L ownership over forge and post forge operations (Machine Shop, Heat Treat, Sonic, Test-cut, inspection, shipping)
• Logistics: managing 3rd party heat treat and testing
• 24/7 operation 3 shifts 35 union employees with 3-6 operators per shift.
• Must be a data driven leader

OVERVIEW:

The Plant Manager provides the leadership to consistently achieve daily operational targets throughout Forge, CNC Machining, Heat Treat, NDT, Inspection, outside services and Shipping/Receiving. The manager will drive department productivity, operational efficiency, throughput, variable cost and Pipe line projects. The manager is responsible for the full execution of the ship plan to achieve customer commitments.

Essential Job Functions:

• Directs all manufacturing functions.
• Drive Safety initiatives to prevent accidents and lower DART Rate.
• Generate and execute a plan to reduce overall costs.
• Develop strategies to achieve operational objectives for daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly targets.
• Ensure consistent quality standards are satisfied and operational procedures are followed throughout the manufacturing process.
• Identify new opportunities and associated initiatives that will drive optimization in the processing and manufacturing methodologies.
• Identify and respond to actual and potential operational constraints and develop the necessary corrective actions.
• Drive the implementation of the Toolbox
• Foster an environment of positive employee relations with open communication channels and employee involvement.

QUALIFICATIONS and EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. or advanced degree (engineering or business degree preferred).
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in heavy manufacturing with a track record of bottom line improvements.
• Strategic planning experience and analytical problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teambuilding skills.
• In depth knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing practices.
• Experience with a P&L and other performance measurements.
• Experience managing to the Theory of Constraints.
• Self-motivated and achievement oriented.
• A demonstrated ability to hold direct reports accountable.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and mainframe spreadsheets & databases.

US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required.

About Movement Search and Delivery

MOVEMENT is a national executive search firm that connects companies with exceptional talent across engineering, manufacturing, finance, supply chain, information technology, sales, legal, and human resources.