Operations Manager - Complex Manufacturing Leader

Joseph Michaels International; Bloomington (IL); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Joseph Michaels International is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily plant operations in a complex manufacturing environment. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives while leading production teams to meet schedules and manufacturing requirements.

The role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and development of supervisory staff, with a hands-on leadership style to deliver measurable operational results and profitable plant performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing complex manufacturing operations; automotive supplier experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting new program launches and production ramp-ups.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Working knowledge of automotive quality systems and customer requirements.
• Experience with financial controls, budgeting, labor management, and operational KPIs.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive measurable operational results.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Lead production teams and ensure customer schedules and manufacturing requirements are met.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor labor efficiency, machine utilization, production performance, and operating costs.
• Lead and develop Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, Technicians, and production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer-specific requirements, and safety policies.
• Lead root cause analysis and 8D corrective actions to address quality, downtime, and production issues.
• Support new program launches, production readiness, and manufacturing ramp-up activities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve productivity, and increase plant profitability.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment.
• Communicate operational performance, improvement initiatives, and business results to senior management.
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and a culture of operational excellence.

Connaissances

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Problem-Solving

Budgeting/Financial Controls

Operational KPIs

Communication

Team Development

Safety/Quality

Formation

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience

Description du poste

Joseph Michaels International is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily plant operations in a complex manufacturing environment. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives while leading production teams to meet schedules and manufacturing requirements.

The role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and development of supervisory staff, with a hands-on leadership style to deliver measurable operational results and profitable plant performance.