Strategic Manufacturing Ops Leader - Lean & P&L

Gemini, Inc.; Cannon Falls (MN); On-site; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gemstar Manufacturing, a division of Gemini, Inc., in Cannon Falls, MN, seeks an Operations Manager to lead both operations and engineering teams ensuring efficiency, quality, and on‑time delivery.

You will drive Lean initiatives, manage P&L, and align with Marketing and Sales to hit targets. A Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years leadership in high‑mix manufacturing are required; a Master’s degree is preferred. This on‑site role offers a clear career path within a family‑owned manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of engineering/leadership experience.
• 8+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership in high-mix environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of operations and engineering professionals to achieve operational excellence.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
• Provide mentorship and develop team members for their professional development and to support business needs.
• Provide technical direction to engineering and quality teams, ensuring efficient development and implementation of processes.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold teams accountable for results.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to meet timelines and cost targets.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Lean

Data analysis

Production planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Shop floor control

Inventory management

Project management apps

Production planning software

Job description

Gemstar Manufacturing, a division of Gemini, Inc., in Cannon Falls, MN, seeks an Operations Manager to lead both operations and engineering teams ensuring efficiency, quality, and on‑time delivery.

You will drive Lean initiatives, manage P&L, and align with Marketing and Sales to hit targets. A Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years leadership in high‑mix manufacturing are required; a Master’s degree is preferred. This on‑site role offers a clear career path within a family‑owned manufacturer.