Manufacturing Operations Manager

Location: Charleston, SC

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Operations Manager leads manufacturing activities in a heavy industrial setting. They are responsible for guiding front-line leaders, enhancing operational performance, and ensuring the organization achieves key goals in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity.

This role involves overseeing daily manufacturing operations, promoting consistent and reliable processes, and implementing strategies to support the company's 1–3-year business plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing operations to meet departmental and business objectives.
• Develop and mentor front-line leaders to improve team performance.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Establish and uphold controlled, stable manufacturing processes.
• Identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Translate strategic objectives into manufacturing plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvements.
• Resolve technical and operational challenges using structured problem-solving methods.
• Promote a culture of accountability, employee development, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required - BS preferred in Engineering.
• 2–5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• 3 years of technical problem-solving experience in manufacturing.
• Proven ability to develop and lead front-line leaders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience in strategic planning and process implementation.
• Demonstrated success in improving Safety, Quality, and Productivity.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.