Manager, Operations

Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. Summary of the role As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected. Job Summary The Production Manager leads daily factory operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Utilizing the Nordson Business System (NBS Next) and cellular manufacturing principles, this role drives efficiency, flow, and capacity to exceed customer expectations. This role drives engagement in the organization's safety vision-Journey to Zero, the Production Manager quickly addresses issues, implements countermeasures, and fosters a high‑performance, customer‑focused team culture. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Oversees daily operations of the production team, facility teams and planner, promoting a strong safety culture through the Journey to Zero program. Manages labor and resources to meet daily production goals and quality standards while controlling costs. Demonstrates strong talent management ability, hires, coaches, and develops team members to build engagement and high‑performing teams. Promotes continuous improvement culture by holding regular team meetings to address challenges and implement solutions. Plans and implements improvement projects to boost customer satisfaction, manufacturing efficiency, and profitability. Supports financial goals by working with direct reports and the Operations Director on budgeting, capital planning, cost analysis opportunities, and manufacturing productivity for assigned product lines. Enhances customer satisfaction through strong collaboration with support functions and customer service. Able to quickly identify and correct flow issues within responsible manufacturing site. Leading continuous improvement projects resulting in throughput improvements, shorter lead times, cost reductions and productivity gains across all assembly product lines. Encourages owner‑mindset accountability by enforcing standardized work and safety compliance. Builds a positive, motivated team culture through clear and purposeful leadership. Maintains a results‑driven focus on building and sustaining high‑performance teams. Brings energy and passion to leading a customer‑focused manufacturing environment. Anticipates problems and proactively leads the team to solve them collaboratively. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Technology, Business, Engineering or other related field required. Minimum of 5‑7 years of professional experience in a manufacturing or operations leadership role is required. Proficiency in all MS Office applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required. Experience with an ERP platform (SAP) strongly preferred. Experience with injection molding automated assembly equipment and manual product assembly is preferred. Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing or ISO Certified company preferred. Preferred Skills and Abilities Remains calm under pressure; strong decision‑making skills in response to high pressure situations. Proven change agent: skill with enabling change, strong influencing abilities particularly with frontline teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization. Ability to establish and maintain high level relationships with suppliers. Proven ability to implement process management, value stream execution, and continuous improvement activities. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Demonstrated results with Kanban processes and implementation strategies. Working Conditions and Physical Demands PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Employee may be required to remain stationary, stand, sit and/or bend frequently or for extended periods of time. Employee will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange verbal and written information. Employee may be required to observe and assess information received via computer. WORK ENVIRONMENT The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Must have reliable, appropriate transportation. Travel Required None #J-18808-Ljbffr