Operations Manager — Complex Manufacturing Leader

SourcePro Search, LLC; Bloomington (IL); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day plant operations in a complex manufacturing environment, with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role requires hands-on leadership to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction while meeting customer requirements.

The ideal candidate will manage production teams, lead Lean initiatives, and ensure ramp-ups for new programs are successful, with a track record of improving productivity and

Formación

• Experience leading complex manufacturing operations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of automotive quality systems and customer requirements.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

8D problem solving

Leadership

Cost reduction

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience

Automotive supplier industry experience

Descripción del empleo

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day plant operations in a complex manufacturing environment, with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role requires hands-on leadership to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction while meeting customer requirements.

The ideal candidate will manage production teams, lead Lean initiatives, and ensure ramp-ups for new programs are successful, with a track record of improving productivity and