Operations Manager - Tarboro, NC

Air Distribution Technologies, Inc.; Tarboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Distribution Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager for its Air Systems Components in Tarboro, NC.

The role leads day-to-day manufacturing operations, drives safety and efficiency, and partners with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to meet production goals. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Engineering/Manufacturing or equivalent leadership experience, with 5+ years in manufacturing operations, strong Lean knowledge, and proficiency in data-driven decision

Qualifications

• Lead day-to-day plant operations to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Analyze operational data and implement effective solutions.
• Drive safety, quality, cost, and delivery through Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Develop and execute strategic operating plans including capital projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to align goals.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all plant operations to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Allocate resources (manpower, equipment, materials) to optimize output and efficiency.
• Drive performance in safety, quality, cost, and delivery through Lean principles.
• Develop and execute capital projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Monitor metrics and implement corrective actions for improvement.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Multi-Shift Leadership

Data Analysis

MRP Systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operations Manager - Air Systems Components (Tarboro, NC)

This roleis responsible forleading all day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and costobjectivesare met. The Operations Manager will oversee production teams, coordinate with support departments, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve operational excellence.

WhatYou’llDo

• Lead and manage all plant operations to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Allocate resources (manpower, equipment, materials) tooptimizeoutput and efficiency.
• Drive performance in safety, quality, cost, and delivery through Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Develop and execute strategic operating plans, including capital projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment on goals.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Champion employee development, engagement, and training initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication across all departments and shifts.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and improve productivity.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field or additional years or manufacturing leadership experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations.
• Proven leadership experience managing multi-shift teams in a plant environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite; experience with MRP systems preferred.

Preferred

• Formal training in problem-solving and operational analysis.
• Experience leading large capital projects from concept to completion.
• Familiarity with safety programs and regulatory compliance standards.

The work environment includes exposure to a manufacturing setting with moderate noise levels. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and occasionallifting upto 25 pounds. Reasonableaccommodationmay beprovidedfor individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Operations Manager - Air Systems Components (Tarboro, NC)

This roleis responsible forleading all day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and costobjectivesare met. The Operations Manager will oversee production teams, coordinate with support departments, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve operational excellence.

WhatYou’llDo

• Lead and manage all plant operations to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Allocate resources (manpower, equipment, materials) tooptimizeoutput and efficiency.
• Drive performance in safety, quality, cost, and delivery through Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Develop and execute strategic operating plans, including capital projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment on goals.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Champion employee development, engagement, and training initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication across all departments and shifts.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and improve productivity.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field or additional years or manufacturing leadership experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations.
• Proven leadership experience managing multi-shift teams in a plant environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite; experience with MRP systems preferred.

Preferred

• Formal training in problem-solving and operational analysis.
• Experience leading large capital projects from concept to completion.
• Familiarity with safety programs and regulatory compliance standards.

Work Environment

The work environment includes exposure to a manufacturing setting with moderate noise levels. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and occasionallifting upto 25 pounds. Reasonableaccommodationmay beprovidedfor individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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