Operations Manager

Manufacturing Operations Manager

The Manufacturing Operations Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end production operations within CVG's manufacturing facility. This role oversees multiple production areas and drives operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance — providing direct leadership to Production Supervisors and Team Leaders and indirect leadership to the hourly workforce across multi-shift operations.

Production Operations & Schedule Attainment

• Lead daily manufacturing operations across all assigned production lines; ensure attainment of production schedules and customer delivery requirements; collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to resolve issues and maintain production flow.

• Monitor and drive performance against key KPIs including safety (TRIR, incident reduction), quality, on-time delivery, labor efficiency, scrap reduction, OEE, and employee engagement; identify gaps and implement corrective actions to improve performance.

Team Leadership & Development

• Directly manage Production Supervisors and Team Leaders across multi-shift operations; provide daily direction, coaching, and performance feedback; build a high-performing, accountable team culture with strong floor presence and employee engagement.

• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure OSHA compliance; ensure adherence to quality standards and customer specifications; drive continuous improvement initiatives including 5S and Kaizen events focused on productivity and waste reduction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; or equivalent experience.

• 10+ years of manufacturing experience; 3+ years of production operations leadership experience with salaried direct reports.

• Demonstrated results-driven leadership with strong operational discipline, hands-on floor presence, and the ability to lead through others and build teams; strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Desired Characteristics

• Lean/OpEx knowledge and experience; experience in automotive or commercial vehicle manufacturing.

• Familiarity with CMMS, ERP, and MES systems; experience managing multi-shift, multi-line production operations.

CVG is an equal opportunity employer. Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, we are not providing sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis.

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