Operations Manager

Overview The Operations Manageris responsible forleading the successful establishment, ramp-up, and ongoing management of a new manufacturing productionsite. This role will oversee all aspects of operational readiness, including equipment installation, process development, staffing, production planning, and continuous improvement. The Operationsmanagerwill be supported by a Qualitymanager. Following launch, the Operations Manager will be accountablefor achievingoperational, quality, safety, and financial performance targets while building a high-performing manufacturing organization capable of supporting future growth. Responsibilities Manufacturing Start-Up & Industrialization Lead the end-to-end implementation of a new productionline Develop and execute the production launch plan, ensuring alignment with businessobjectives, customer requirements, and project timelines. Coordinate facility modificationswith the landlord (GEA) ;equipmentprocurement,installation,&commissioning;and production readiness activities. Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, and EHS teams to ensure successful operational deployment.Collaborationwill be with the local US team, with theMytofactory, the HQ functionalleads& theGEA organization. Define manufacturing processes, production workflows, material flow, labor requirements, and operating procedures. Recruit, develop, and lead supervisors, production personnel, and support staff required for the new operation. Support the SAP S4H implementationfortheoperations-related processes. Establish production standards, KPIs, reporting systems, and visual management tools. Identifyand mitigate operational risks during start-up and ramp-up phases Operations Leadership Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and costobjectives. Ensure production schedules are executed efficiently to meet customer demand and service level expectations. Drive operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies. Monitor andoptimizelaborutilization, equipment performance, capacity, and manufacturing efficiency. Develop contingency plans to address production disruptions and customer requirements. Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, engagement, and continuous improvement. Qualifications Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or relatedfield. Minimum 5yrs experience in Manufacturingroles. Experience with production planning, industrialization, process implementation, and operational scaling. Other qualifications that would be beneficial in this role: Experience in refrigeration or cooling systems (HVAC). Proven experience leading a manufacturing start-up, greenfield, brownfield, or major production launch project. Background in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence Project Management Skills Proficient Computer Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing performance metrics. Project management and execution. Financial acumen and budget management. Customer-focused decision making. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Leadership, coaching, and team development skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr CCR (Carrier Commercial Refrigeration)