Operations Manager - Production Shop

IAP; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IAP is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily production operations, ensure safety and efficiency, and keep projects on time and within budget. The role involves coordinating production schedules, resources, and quality controls in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be hands-on, prioritize safety, and drive process improvements while maintaining production records and reporting. Weekend/overtime flexibility may be required, with a strong focus on safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures.
• Experience in production, manufacturing, or related operations.
• Ability to maintain production records and reports.
• Ability to operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement production schedules.
• Ensure safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.
• Maintain quality control and tracking programs.
• Prepare production reports and identify process improvements.
• Coordinate resources and manage personnel on shift.
• Ensure SOPs are followed and updated as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Driving

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

TWIC credential

Job description

As an Operations Manager at IAP, you will play a key role in overseeing daily production operations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget. This position is responsible for coordinating production schedules, managing resources, maintaining quality standards, and identifying opportunities for process improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, prioritizes safety, and is committed to keeping operations running smoothly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan a production schedule for the job.
• Implement and control the production schedule.
• Determine the material resources required.
• Work out and implement standard operating procedures for production operations.
• Ensure that standard operating procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure implementation and adherence to health and safety procedures.
• Implement and enforce quality control and tracking programs to meet quality objectives.
• Analyze production and quality control to detect and correct problems.
• Determine and implement improvements to the production process.
• Prepare and maintain production reports.
• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all policies and procedures regarding safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to lift 50lbs. Stand for long periods.

Working Conditions:

• Be able to tolerate high noise level, cold and heat.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Valid US driver's license.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within the required timeframe.

Ability to meet the company's established driving record requirements, including no more than two moving violations within the past three years, no DUI convictions, and no reckless driving violations, subject to applicable law.

Experience in production, manufacturing, or a related operational environment.

Working knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures.

Basic computer skills, including the ability to maintain production records and reports.

Ability to operate both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.

Ability to work assigned schedules, including overtime and weekends as needed.

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous supervisory or management experience in production, manufacturing, or operations.

Experience developing and managing production schedules, budgets, and resources.

Knowledge of quality control systems, standards, and procedures.

Experience implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity.

Familiarity with production equipment, machinery, and tools.

Knowledge of engineering and technology principles related to production operations.

Experience implementing and monitoring workplace safety and compliance programs.

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.

Experience preparing production reports, tracking performance metrics, and identifying operational improvements.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. Job Descriptions are not all inclusive. Assignments may vary to ensure the efficiency of the business It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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