Manufacturing Operations Manager

Manufacturing Operations Manager, Heavy Industrial

Lead daily manufacturing in a heavy industrial plant, developing front-line leaders and driving results in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.

Must-Haves:

• Bachelor's degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering preferred)
• 2 to 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience
• 3+ years of technical problem-solving in a manufacturing operation
• Proven ability to develop and coach front-line leaders
• Experience leading cross-functional teams
• Track record of improving safety, quality, and productivity
• Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills

What You'll Do:

• Direct daily manufacturing operations aligned with business goals
• Coach and develop front-line supervisors and team leaders
• Build a zero-injury safety culture
• Ensure consistent use of Control Plans, Standard Work, and Job Safety Analyses
• Create stable, repeatable manufacturing processes
• Improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance
• Translate the 1 to 3-year business plan into manufacturing initiatives
• Lead structured problem solving on technical and operational issues
• Partner with cross-functional teams on new processes and continuous improvement

Nice-to-Haves:

• Engineering degree
• Lean or Six Sigma experience
• Strategic planning and new process implementation experience

Compensation and Benefits:

• $120,000 to $150,000 per year
• Relocation assistance

About the Company:

Our client is a heavy industrial manufacturer in the Charleston area focused on operational excellence and long-term growth.

To apply, submit your resume for consideration.