Operations Manager

Salary: Competitive, DOE

We have an opening with a local manufacturing operation that’s been in business for decades and is now entering a growth phase—sales have increased by 30% over the last few years. This company has a unique, highly respectful culture and is looking for people who are driven and team-motivated. Highly cohesive team; the right people are “people people.”

This newly created Operations Manager role will oversee shop operations, production, and procurement across two facilities. Reporting directly to the President & General Manager, this role provides strategic and tactical leadership in manufacturing/fabrication, warehousing, safety, supply chain, and maintenance. The right person will have 10+ years in management of skilled teams, Lean implementation experience, and hands-on welding know-how. Decisive with a capital "D," this person makes 50+ decisions a day, can be challenged, explain reasoning, and is confident in their abilities and decision-making.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead by example with a Safety First mindset and build a best-in-class safety culture
• Oversee shop operations, production, procurement, and inventory management
• Implement Lean processes and drive continuous improvement to support 50%+ growth
• Collaborate with Finance, Sales, HR, and Quality to align operations with strategic goals
• Develop and execute capital planning, production scheduling, and process optimization
• Build and manage a high-performing team with clear goals, KPIs, and accountability
• Ensure compliance with safety, equipment, and operational standards
• Partner with other operational leaders to share best practices and drive standardization

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years managing skilled manufacturing or shop teams
• Strong background in operations, production, and procurement
• Experience with Lean implementation and hands-on welding know-how
• Proven ability to lead people, solve problems, and scale systems
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Experience with material handling, inventory control, and scheduling

This is a leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on accountability, execution, and results. If you’re ready to shape the future of operations at a growing company, we want to hear from you.