Operations Manager - Sterling Engineering
Lebanon, IN
About the Job
Title: Operations Manager
Location: Lebanon, IN
Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: Annual bonus, PTO
Job Summary:
- We're seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing facility in Lebanon, IN. You'll oversee all operational aspects, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production of frozen value-added products. This role demands a strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and a passion for operational excellence.
Job Duties:
- Lead and develop a team of Production Supervisors to optimize shift operations.
- Implement strategies to maximize labor, material, and equipment utilization.
- Ensure adherence to strict quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Identify training needs and develop programs to upskill the workforce.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, HR, Sanitation, and Quality teams to achieve operational excellence.
- Coordinate with materials coordination to ensure timely and accurate supply chain operations.
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
- Implement corrective actions to address performance gaps and maintain operational efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Operations Management or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in operations management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
- Demonstrated experience in problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking.
- Knowledge of food safety and quality assurance regulations.
- Proficiency in manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing principles, and Six Sigma methodologies.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Source : Sterling Engineering
