Site Operations Leader — Multi-Facility Manufacturing

Sofidel; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofidel America is seeking a Site Operations Manager to lead three Arizona facilities, including two converting operations in Phoenix and one tissue plant in Gila Bend. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost management while aligning with Sofidel's sustainability goals.

The role requires proven manufacturing leadership across multi-site operations, with a track record in highly automated environments, talent development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in safety, quality, production, and cost.
• Experience in tissue/paper manufacturing or highly automated industries.
• Experience leading multiple facilities or large sites.
• On-site work with PPE and safety compliance.
• Lean, Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site operations with a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance, quality, productivity, and cost control
• Drive execution of the site's operating plan and performance objectives
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Lead and develop salaried and hourly teams across production and operational functions
• Partner cross-functionally with EHS, Maintenance, Reliability, Quality, Supply Chain, HR, Engineering and other stakeholders
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs), including safety, output, efficiency, waste, and reliability
• Support capital projects, asset performance initiatives, and operational improvements
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
• Drive organizational capability through succession planning, talent development, and leadership coaching.
• Lead cross-site standardization initiatives to improve performance and best practice sharing.
• Manage operational budgets and ensure achievement of financial targets.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Lean Six Sigma

Multi-site leadership

Manufacturing operations

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Sofidel America is seeking a Site Operations Manager to lead three Arizona facilities, including two converting operations in Phoenix and one tissue plant in Gila Bend. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost management while aligning with Sofidel's sustainability goals.

The role requires proven manufacturing leadership across multi-site operations, with a track record in highly automated environments, talent development, and continuous improvement initiatives.