Manufacturing Production ManagerOur client is a well-established manufacturer seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to help lead a large, complex manufacturing operation during a period of significant operational investment, modernization, and organizational transformation. This position offers the opportunity to join a leadership team that is actively investing in new equipment, automation, manufacturing technologies, facility improvements, and operational excellence initiatives to support future growth and performance objectives.The Manufacturing Operations Manager will provide leadership for a high-volume production operation consisting of multiple departments, a large hourly workforce, and a team of frontline supervisors responsible for day-to-day execution. The organization is looking for a leader who can build accountability, strengthen supervisor effectiveness, improve operational execution, and create a culture where employees take ownership, solve problems, and consistently deliver results.
This role requires a leader who can successfully operate at both a strategic and tactical level. Someone who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, engaging with employees, developing leaders, removing barriers, and driving continuous improvement, while also helping shape the future direction of the operation.Why This Opportunity:Significant capital investment and modernization initiatives underwayNew equipment and automation technologies being implemented across the operationOpportunity to influence culture, leadership development, and operational performanceHighly visible leadership role with direct interaction with senior operations leadershipAbility to make a measurable impact on the future direction of the manufacturing operationCompetitive compensation package including bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefitsPosition Responsibilities:Provide leadership for a large manufacturing operation within a fast-paced, high-volume production environmentLead, coach, develop, and hold accountable a team of production supervisors and frontline leadersDrive operational performance across safety, quality, productivity, delivery, cost, scrap, and employee engagement metricsEstablish clear expectations and accountability throughout the organizationCreate a culture focused on ownership, urgency, communication, and executionSupport and lead operational improvement initiatives focused on throughput, labor utilization, workflow optimization, and manufacturing efficiencyPartner closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Materials, Planning, Human Resources, and Continuous Improvement teamsSupport major capital equipment projects, automation initiatives, and manufacturing modernization effortsAnalyze operational performance data and implement corrective actions to improve resultsLead employee performance management, workforce development, succession planning, and organizational capability-building effortsFoster positive labor relations within a union manufacturing environmentChampion continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence principlesQualified Candidates Will Bring:Progressive manufacturing leadership experience within a high-volume manufacturing environmentExperience leading through supervisors and managing large hourly workforcesDemonstrated success improving operational performance, employee engagement, and team accountabilityStrong leadership presence with the ability to influence at all levels of the organizationExperience driving change within a manufacturing operationProven ability to develop supervisors and build leadership capability within an organizationStrong communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skillsExperience working within union manufacturing environmentsPreferred Background: Experience from one or more of the following environments is highly valued:Automotive manufacturingTier 1 or Tier 2 suppliersMetal stampingDie castingAssembly operationsIndustrial manufacturingHigh-volume production operationsApply now to be considered. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly to discuss the role and next steps.