Operations Manager

Are you an Operations Manager who is looking to join one of the top companies within the Manufacturing Industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have progressive experience in manufacturing operations?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to work Hybrid with our client in Alabama, NY. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all operational activities at a new greenfield Product Company (manufacturing site), ensuring the successful ramp-up of production over the next 12 months.
• This role will lead the site's high-precision machining, assembly operations, and overall performance, integrating equipment and processes transferred from an existing company site.
• The Operations Manager will drive operational efficiency, quality, and safety while managing a leadership team, including the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and team leads for machining and assembly areas, to establish a world-class manufacturing operation.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all site operations, including high-precision machining, assembly, and support functions, to meet production goals and customer demands.
• Oversee the successful transfer of equipment, processes, and operational knowledge from an existing company site to the greenfield facility, ensuring minimal disruption and timely execution.
• Manage and mentor direct reports, including the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and team leads for machining and assembly, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement operational plans to achieve production ramp-up targets over the next 12 months, aligning with company objectives for quality, cost, and delivery.
• Monitor and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) such as production output, on-time delivery, equipment uptime, and operational costs.
• Collaborate with supply chain, quality, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of processes and resources during the site startup phase.
• Establish and enforce safety protocols, environmental standards, and regulatory compliance across all operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity and eliminate waste.
• Manage operational budgets, including labour, materials, and overhead costs, while providing input into capital expenditure decisions.
• Initially travel (up to 25% in the first 6-9 months) to the existing site to oversee the transition process, troubleshoot challenges, and align teams, transitioning to minimal travel once the site is fully operational.

Here's what you'll get:

• Pay rate: $125,000 - $172,000/Year
• Hours: 40 hours/week
• Length: Direct Hire
• Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance

Sound like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions, and we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of needs in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to them, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

• Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management or Engineering or Business Administration
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role overseeing multiple functions or teams.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high-precision machining (e.g., CNC, milling, turning) and assembly operations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in leading cross-functional teams, with demonstrated ability to manage managers and team leads effectively.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methodologies.

• Master's Degree
• MBA
• Proven track record of managing greenfield site startups, large-scale process transfers, or production ramp-ups in a high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to oversee complex, multi-phase initiatives and deliver results on time and within budget.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making and performance optimisation.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of aligning diverse teams and engaging with senior leadership.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• Primary work environment - office/computer
• Some minor lifting may be needed for quality inspection support
• Infrequent travel may be required - up to 10% domestic to start
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a "U.S. Person," as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.