Senior Plant Operations Leader

Markent Personnel; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Markent Personnel is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee comprehensive manufacturing operations. You will drive production, quality, purchasing, maintenance, logistics, and supply chain, while leading a diverse team toward safety and efficiency.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a related field, 10+ years in manufacturing with 5+ in leadership, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Epicor). Power BI familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or Business).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• At least 5 years in operations or supply chain management in a leadership role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data-driven decision making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Valid driver's license and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Epicor; familiarity with Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct plant operations across production, quality, purchasing, maintenance, logistics, and supply chain.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Monitor KPIs (throughput, yield, downtime, on-time delivery) and drive corrective actions.
• Manage production schedules, staffing, and resource allocation to meet demand.
• Develop and execute production schedules for timely orders and efficient labor/equipment use.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA/environmental compliance.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and other teams for continuous improvement.
• Develop and control operating budgets and capital expenditures.
• Recruit, mentor and manage a high-performing operations team.
• Contribute to strategic planning for capacity and process improvements.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and coordinate procurement with supply chain.
• Lead operational audits and ensure compliance with internal policies and external certifications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Operations Management/Industrial Engineering/Business

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

Power BI

Job description

Markent Personnel is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee comprehensive manufacturing operations. You will drive production, quality, purchasing, maintenance, logistics, and supply chain, while leading a diverse team toward safety and efficiency.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a related field, 10+ years in manufacturing with 5+ in leadership, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Epicor). Power BI familiarity is a plus.