Title: Operations Manager
Company: Global Power Components - www.globalpowercomponents.com
Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Position Review:In this role, you'll play a key role in shaping repeatable manufacturing systems and processes to support our growth as a rapidly scaling company. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing, project management, or supply chain, along with a strong track record of driving process improvement and organizational change. This position requires someone who is aggressively pragmatic and dynamically focused.
RESPONSIBILITIES - Develop and manage production schedules, ensuring alignment with operational goals and business growth targets.
- Lead the transition from ETO to repeatable, scalable manufacturing processes with a focus on efficiency, cost control, and quality.
- Execute day-to-day operations through a seasoned team of production supervisors; provide leadership, coordination, and accountability.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (supply chain, engineering, quality, etc.) to ensure production readiness and resource availability.
- Implement and refine production planning systems (ERP/MRP), workflows, and reporting tools to increase visibility and control.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
- Manage internal coordination for material availability, capacity planning, and shop floor execution.
- Promote a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and innovation throughout the production team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Management.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing or production management roles.
- Experience in both ETO (Engineer to Order) and CTO (Configured to Order) manufacturing.
- Experience in scaling operations / change management.
- Experience with ERP Systems and digital inventory management tools.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Demonstrated experience in project management or supply chain.
- Familiarity with Smartsheet or Epicor.
WORK REQUIREMENTS; - Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation to travel between our facilities (
- Requires standing, walking, lifting, and handling materials.
