Senior Operations Manager - Lean & Safety Leader

Target; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Target seeks a Senior Operations Manager to lead distribution center operations with a safety-first culture and continuous improvement mindset. You will drive key metrics, coach teams, and manage resources to meet safety, quality and productivity standards.

You will apply Lean Six Sigma tools, engage with leaders on the floor, and ensure effective communication of goals and expectations across shifts and functions.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or distribution with supervisory experience.
• Experience with performance metrics and process improvement.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; able to handle changing priorities and stress.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution center operations with a safety-first mindset and continuous improvement.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and drive on-floor coaching and accountability.
• Engage teams to meet service, quality and productivity standards; communicate the big picture clearly.

Skills

Performance metrics

Process improvement

Communication

Staffing lifecycle

Leadership

Education

Four year degree

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Target seeks a Senior Operations Manager to lead distribution center operations with a safety-first culture and continuous improvement mindset. You will drive key metrics, coach teams, and manage resources to meet safety, quality and productivity standards.

You will apply Lean Six Sigma tools, engage with leaders on the floor, and ensure effective communication of goals and expectations across shifts and functions.