Plant Operations Manager

INNIO

$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 7+ years of progressive manufacturing operations experience, including leadership of production teams.
  • Strong preference for experience in assembly operations, warehouse/material flow, and production planning.
  • Proven expertise in manufacturing, capacity planning, inventory management, and operational performance.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver results in a fast-paced environment with accountability.
  • Proficient in ERP systems such as Sage, Oracle, SAP, or similar.
  • Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day operations across mechanical and electrical assembly, warehouse, and production planning.
  • Own plant performance metrics across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Productivity, and Inventory.
  • Optimize production flow, labor utilization, and overall plant capacity.
  • Ensure effective material flow and inventory accuracy from receiving through production and shipment.
  • Establish KPIs, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with HR on staffing, employee development, and performance management.
  • Drive operational improvements and capacity expansion initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Flexible work schedule options available.
  • Paid time off and company holidays.
Full Job Description
Description

Essential Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day operations across mechanical and electrical assembly, warehouse, and production planning.
  • Own plant performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Productivity, Inventory, and People.
  • Lead production planning, scheduling, capacity planning, and workforce allocation to meet customer demand.
  • Optimize production flow, labor utilization, material availability, warehouse operations, and plant capacity.
  • Ensure effective material flow and inventory accuracy from receiving through production and shipment.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs, identify bottlenecks, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with HR on staffing, employee development, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Ensure compliance with EHS, OSHA, quality, and company requirements.
  • Drive cross-functional alignment with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and HR.
  • Lead production ramp-up, capacity expansion, and operational improvement initiatives.
  • Provide regular plant performance, capacity, and risk updates to senior management.

Qualifications / Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 7+ years of progressive manufacturing operations experience, including leadership of production teams.
  • Strongly preferred in assembly operations, warehouse/material flow, and production planning.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing, capacity planning, inventory management, and operational performance.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, establish accountability, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, financial, and project management skills.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as Sage, Oracle, SAP, or similar.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
  • Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification preferred.
  • Experience in high-growth, production ramp-up, or capacity expansion environments preferred.

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