Senior Operations Lead - Manufacturing & Logistics

Oerlikon Group; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental and Vision

Wellness programs

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon Group is seeking an Operations Manager for its Wixom, MI facility to oversee daily production, logistics, and operational support functions. The role focuses on aligning operations with corporate standards, driving efficiency, quality, and a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

You will lead cross-functional teams, monitor KPIs, and collaborate with Plant Management to execute strategic initiatives while ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, engineering, business or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 3 years managing teams in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience managing production cycles and on-time product delivery in manufacturing.
• Proficient in developing, tracking and acting on KPIs.
• Strong engineering foundation with interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to present clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily operations across production, logistics, and maintenance.
• Support Plant Manager and Area Operations & Customer Retention Manager in strategic initiatives and KPI management.
• Monitor and improve production workflows, resource utilization, and shift planning.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (ISO, OSHA, EPA).
• Collaborate with customer service and sales to ensure accurate order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
• Supervise and develop frontline supervisors and team leads; foster accountability and teamwork.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support Lean initiatives and best practices across the Center.
• Assist in managing vendor relationships, inventory control, and procurement processes.
• Lead or support audits and ensure timely resolution of findings.

Skills

Leadership

KPIs

Manufacturing experience

Communication

MS Office

Customer service

Presentation skills

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in operations management or related field

Job description

Oerlikon Group is seeking an Operations Manager for its Wixom, MI facility to oversee daily production, logistics, and operational support functions. The role focuses on aligning operations with corporate standards, driving efficiency, quality, and a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

You will lead cross-functional teams, monitor KPIs, and collaborate with Plant Management to execute strategic initiatives while ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.