Strategic Operations Lead — Lean Manufacturing

Dekko; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

8% retirement plan (fully funded)

Job summary

Dekko is seeking an Operations Manager to strategically lead and optimize day‑to‑day manufacturing performance for a key division. This role drives efficiency, productivity, quality, and continuous improvement while building a strong, accountable team that meets business objectives.

You will manage process layouts, manufacturing launches, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure manufacturability and cost effectiveness across molding, stamping, extruding, coating, and wire processes.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, with 10+ years of related experience.
• Lean/Six Sigma training with hands-on project experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of molding, stamping, extruding, coating and wire manufacturing.
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with vendors, customers and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed process layouts and equipment layout optimization.
• Coordinate manufacturing launches for new/revised products and training.
• Collaborate with management, engineering and staff on capabilities and schedules.
• Partner with sales and product development on design for manufacturability.
• Oversee tools/machinery selection, sourcing, and cost justification.
• Apply statistical methods for cost reduction and quality improvement.
• Lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs.
• Own Tear-down (extended) maintenance plans and master production schedule.

Skills

Lean/Six Sigma training

Reading drawings & specs

Manufacturing processes know-how

Analytical problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Project management

High-performance team experience

Data-driven decision making

Safety culture & compliance

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

B.S. degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CNC programming

Tooling design knowledge

Job description

Dekko is seeking an Operations Manager to strategically lead and optimize day‑to‑day manufacturing performance for a key division. This role drives efficiency, productivity, quality, and continuous improvement while building a strong, accountable team that meets business objectives.

You will manage process layouts, manufacturing launches, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure manufacturability and cost effectiveness across molding, stamping, extruding, coating, and wire processes.