Site Operations Lead — Safety‑Focused, Union Experience

SMS Mill Services, LLC.; Cuyahoga Heights (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Life insurance

Job summary

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Operations Manager to lead subcontractor operations at the Cuyahoga Heights site adjacent to Charter Steel. You will oversee daily production activities, enforce OSHA safety standards, and provide visible leadership in a demanding industrial setting.

The role requires proven experience in manufacturing or heavy industry, especially with unionized workforces, and the ability to drive safety, productivity, and cost controls while engaging with

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in safety management in high-risk environments (railcars, heavy equipment).
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to perform in a dirty, dusty outdoor environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Drive a safety-first culture in compliance with OSHA standards and company policies.
• Lead and motivate a unionized workforce; manage labor relations, accountability, productivity, and procedures.
• Oversee daily activities to achieve production, shipping, and related targets; report to Regional Operations Director.
• Prepare and review daily/weekly/monthly production plans and reports; coordinate maintenance scheduling to meet targets.
• Manage headcounts and payroll, coordinate SOPs for all production operations, and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Safety leadership

Unionized workforce management

Field leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Management

Job description

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Operations Manager to lead subcontractor operations at the Cuyahoga Heights site adjacent to Charter Steel. You will oversee daily production activities, enforce OSHA safety standards, and provide visible leadership in a demanding industrial setting.

The role requires proven experience in manufacturing or heavy industry, especially with unionized workforces, and the ability to drive safety, productivity, and cost controls while engaging with