Operations Manager

Job Title: Operations Manager

About the Company

Our client is a growing global manufacturer within the thermoplastics and polymer compounding industry. Backed by significant investment and expansion initiatives, the company is transforming one of its key North American operations into a larger multi-product manufacturing hub.

The organization has built a strong reputation for operational excellence, customer delivery, safety performance, and continuous improvement. With new equipment installations, expanding product capabilities, and aggressive growth plans already underway, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business positioned for long-term success.

What Will You Do?

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for stabilizing and advancing operations across production, warehousing, inventory control, scheduling, and logistics. The Head of Operations will lead operational improvements, strengthen processes, build team capability, and position the facility for significant future growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead day-to-day production, warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations.
• Drive operational improvements in manufacturing performance, scheduling, productivity, uptime, and material utilization.
• Develop and execute production schedules and capacity plans to meet customer demand.
• Improve inventory accuracy, warehouse controls, and material flow processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Standardize processes, implement best practices, and strengthen operational discipline.
• Analyze KPIs and operational metrics to identify trends and implement sustainable improvements.
• Lead and develop production supervisors and warehouse personnel while building a high-performing culture.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, Technical, and Sales teams.
• Support the facility’s growth strategy as the site expands into a larger multi-product operation.

What Are the Hiring Criteria?

• Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience with a strong production management background.
• 5–10 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Polymer processing experience required, with extrusion experience strongly preferred.
• Compounding experience highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with polymer compounding processes, equipment, and troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to lead teams through operational change and process standardization.
• Experience improving manufacturing performance, yields, productivity, and scheduling.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, warehousing, and production planning.
• Experience working within ISO-certified manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards required.
• ERP/MRP systems experience required.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Why Is This a Good Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to step into a visible leadership position with the ability to make a measurable impact immediately. The company is investing heavily in growth, equipment, and operational expansion, creating a rare opportunity for an operations leader to help shape the future of the facility.

You’ll have the chance to:

• Lead meaningful operational transformation initiatives.
• Build structure, processes, and team capability within a growing plant.
• Influence the direction of a facility positioned for major expansion.
• Work within a financially stable and globally backed organization.
• Join a company with strong safety standards, operational momentum, and long-term growth plans.
• Grow your leadership career within a dynamic and expanding manufacturing organization.

Our client offers a competitive compensation package including healthcare benefits, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, PTO, and potential relocation support for a qualified candidate.