LHH is seeking an Operations Manager for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client located on the Northside of Indianapolis, IN. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing organization and to join an industry leader who has a long history of providing quality products to customers across the country. In this role, you will manage a small team, coordinate efforts with overseas partners, improve manufacturing and supply chain operations, and more. The compensation is commensurate to experience and ranges between $75,000-80,000 per year plus bonus and includes comprehensive medical insurance options, generous Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan.

***Company will not sponsor applicants for Work Visas***

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate production at off-site locations overseas.
• Manage customer orders, ensure materials arrive at the manufacturing locations on time, and that products are manufactured to meet customer quality standards.
• Anticipate planning based on customer prior year purchases and current stock levels.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis to identify and resolve process-related stoppages, prevent production delays and/or backlogs, and eliminate recurrence of non-conformance issues.
• Lead initiatives to reduce downtime and eliminate scrap/waste.
• Evaluate and implement strategies to improve organization and efficiency.
• Plan, monitor, and evaluate employee performance; provide coaching, counseling, or disciplinary actions as needed.
• Collaborate with the management team to assess and determine staffing needs.
• Manage change, inventory control, financial analysis, and ensure proper distribution of inventory for any discontinued, damaged, and/or obsolete inventory items.
• Communicate daily movement of materials from production to distribution areas.
• Monitor and update production timelines, delivery dates, etc. and communicate those updates with customers and suppliers.
• Remain in compliance with Quality Assurance and Safety standards at all times.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and participate in market research meetings.
• Travel to supplier locations as needed in order to discuss material needs, new product development, resolve quality issues, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of experience within a manufacturing environment is required
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience is required
• Must have exposure to new product development and understand product life cycles
• Ideal candidates will experience working with international supply chains, suppliers, and business partners
• Must have knowledge of quality standards and health & safety practices and regulations
• Must be a natural problem-solver who possesses excellent communication skills
• Must have intermediate or advanced skills using Excel
• ***Company will not sponsor applicants for Work Visas***

If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Operations Manager job with a manufacturing client located on the Northside of Indianapolis, Indiana, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.

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