Plant Operations Leader | Lean, Automation & Growth

IPS Corporation; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS Corporation is seeking an Operations Manager – Plant Production in Gardena, CA. This role leads production, quality, safety, and cost initiatives across the plant, driving Lean improvements and automation projects to optimize resources and performance.

The candidate will oversee cross-functional teams, mentor staff, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining high product quality and safety standards. Strong leadership and data-driven decision skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 10+ years manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Lean manufacturing background with proven Kaizen leadership.
• Strong data-driven decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations, aligning production, quality, safety, and cost goals.
• Drive continuous improvement via Lean methodologies and Kaizen events.
• Oversee automation implementation and data-driven resource optimization.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and mentor staff.
• Manage daily production meetings and safety compliance.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen facilitation

Data analysis

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Automation experience

CAD tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing/Engineering

Tools

JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (E1)

Job description

IPS Corporation is seeking an Operations Manager – Plant Production in Gardena, CA. This role leads production, quality, safety, and cost initiatives across the plant, driving Lean improvements and automation projects to optimize resources and performance.

The candidate will oversee cross-functional teams, mentor staff, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining high product quality and safety standards. Strong leadership and data-driven decision skills are essential.