Operations Manager - Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Operations Manager – Manufacturing & Supply Chain

$120,000-$135,000 + 10% Annual Bonus + Unlimited PTO

Shelby Township, MI | Direct Hire

We're partnering with a growing automotive manufacturer seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing, supply chain, warehouse, logistics, and operational performance across its Shelby Township facility.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity responsible for driving production performance, developing teams, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring customer commitments are achieved. The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the leadership team and play a critical role in supporting the company's continued growth.

Why consider this opportunity?

• High-impact leadership role with significant visibility throughout the organization
• Opportunity to lead manufacturing operations, supply chain, warehouse, logistics, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner directly with executive leadership on operational strategy and business objectives
• 10% annual performance-based bonus
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 4%
• Tuition reimbursement
• 12-13 paid holidays including year-end shutdown
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and AD&D coverage
• Growing organization investing heavily in operations, automation, and future growth

Ideal candidates will bring:

• Experience leading manufacturing operations within an automotive or industrial manufacturing environment
• Strong background in operations management, plant leadership, production, supply chain, logistics, and inventory management
• Experience developing and tracking KPIs, operational metrics, and performance improvement initiatives
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Six Sigma, and operational excellence principles
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including production, materials, warehouse, logistics, and support functions
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, cost control, and operational performance management
• Ability to drive accountability, coach employees, and develop future leaders
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or related field

This company is looking for someone who can:

• Lead daily manufacturing operations and ensure production targets are achieved
• Drive operational efficiency, quality improvements, and cost reduction initiatives
• Oversee supply chain, materials management, inventory, warehouse, and logistics activities
• Develop and monitor KPIs while implementing corrective actions when necessary
• Support new product launches and engineering changes
• Build high-performing teams through coaching, development, and accountability
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives that improve operational performance

This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on operations leader who enjoys building teams, improving processes, and making a measurable impact on manufacturing performance.