Overview
About the Opportunity
We are hiring an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations within a fast-paced production environment. This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, and team performance across molding and assembly operations.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands how to run a production floor, develop teams, and continuously improve processes — ideally with some exposure to automotive manufacturing or Tier 1/Tier 2 supplier environments.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive pay + bonus potential – $120k- $150k based on experience, your impact on performance is recognized
- Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
- Leadership opportunity – take ownership of a key production area and make a real impact
- Growth potential – opportunities to advance as the organization continues to grow
- Hands-on environment – your ideas and improvements won’t sit on a shelf
- Strong team culture – collaborative environment focused on safety, accountability, and results
- Continuous improvement focus – be part of a team that values Lean, efficiency, and innovation
- Stable, growing company – long-term opportunity in a high-demand industry
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Lead daily manufacturing operations across production lines (molding & assembly)
- Drive performance across key metrics: OEE, productivity, quality, and on-time delivery
- Build and maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all plant policies
- Lead, coach, and develop production teams (training, performance, engagement)
- Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Identify and execute opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to support production goals
- Manage department budgets, staffing, and operational planning
- Support audits, process improvements, and implementation of engineering changes
Skills and Experience
What We’re Looking For
- 5–10+ years of experience in manufacturing or production environments
- 3+ years of leadership experience (Supervisor, Manager, or similar)
- Strong understanding of production operations, equipment, and workflow
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement
- Knowledge of manufacturing KPIs (OEE, OTIF, efficiency, etc.)
- Automotive manufacturing experience or exposure (OEM, Tier 1, or Tier 2) strongly preferred
- This could include working with automotive parts, quality standards, or production environments
- Background in regulated or high-volume production environments is a plus
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with SAP, Excel, or production reporting systems preferred
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Benefits
Why This Role
- Competitive salary + bonus potential
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
- Opportunity to lead and build a high-performing team
- Visible role with direct impact on plant performance
- Growth opportunity within a stable and expanding manufacturing organization
Apply now so we can hold a spot for you. We can’t wait to talk to you!
––Your Ōnin team
