Operations Manager: Manufacturing Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Hydro; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business with a global footprint. We are seeking an Operations Manager to oversee all facility activities, drive staffing optimizations, and improve cost-efficiency in line with company goals.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, preventive maintenance, and safety, reporting to the Plant Manager. A strong background in manufacturing leadership and ISO/QS standards is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing management within metallurgy environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Business, or 10 years of relevant experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and a safe work environment aligned with safety and environmental goals.
• Oversee all manufacturing operations including production, packing, finishing, production control, plant engineering, and maintenance.
• Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring smooth production flow and efficient resource utilization.
• Evaluate staffing, quality, delivery, unit production, and cost control to optimize manufacturing performance.
• Foster collaboration across departments to promote continuous improvement through effective process development and procedural enhancements.
• Work closely with sales and production teams to coordinate production planning and ensure alignment with customer demands and operational capacity.
• Collaborate with plant engineering and maintenance teams to ensure proper preventive maintenance programs are in place and environmental controls are consistently improved.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Problem solving

Process optimization

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Business

10 years of relevant experience

Job description

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business with a global footprint. We are seeking an Operations Manager to oversee all facility activities, drive staffing optimizations, and improve cost-efficiency in line with company goals.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, preventive maintenance, and safety, reporting to the Plant Manager. A strong background in manufacturing leadership and ISO/QS standards is required.