Manufacturing Operations Manager

**About the Role** As a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you will lead production strategy to drive efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and high performance while managing cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. **Responsibilities** * Develop and execute production schedules to meet revenue, labor, and delivery targets. * Implement Lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and optimize production workflows. * Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team to ensure operational success. * Analyze production data to generate reports on lead-times, quality metrics, and improvement initiatives. * Collaborate with supply chain and plant leadership to align purchasing, inventory, and production control systems. * Manage capital planning and budget objectives to maximize asset utilization and cost-efficiency. * Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and quality standards across all manufacturing processes. **Qualifications** #### **Required Skills** * Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. * 5+ years of experience in manufacturing management or a similar leadership role. * Proven expertise in Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. * Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software. * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational change. #### **Preferred Skills** * Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent. * Experience with advanced manufacturing technology and industry best practices. * Strong financial acumen and experience managing departmental budgets. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.