Operations Manager

Position Objective

Plan, organize, direct, and control the Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, and Maintenance functions to ensure the achievement of plant objectives related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity. The Operations Manager will lead the operation through a culture of continuous improvement, process optimization, and talent development while ensuring customer satisfaction and alignment with the company’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets.
- Ensure all operations are conducted in accordance with applicable regulations, corporate policies, and Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) standards.
- Direct Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to ensure operational continuity and achievement of plant KPIs.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives to reduce waste, optimize processes, and improve resource utilization.
- Analyze operational performance metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Manage and control operational and conversion costs in alignment with approved budgets.
- Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
- Coordinate capital investment projects, automation initiatives, and facility improvement programs.
- Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and control plans.
- Partner closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Human Resources teams to achieve business objectives.
- Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, succession planning,



and talent development programs.
- Promote a high-performance culture focused on accountability, teamwork, operational excellence, and results.
- Participate actively in plant strategic planning and executive decision-making processes.

Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Advanced English proficiency required, including the ability to lead meetings, deliver executive presentations, and collaborate effectively with corporate leadership and international customers.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in leadership or management positions within manufacturing organizations.
- Proven experience leading Production, Engineering, and Maintenance functions.
- Strong background in budget management, KPI performance monitoring, and operational improvement projects.
- Solid knowledge of Quality Systems, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), and manufacturing best practices.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and sustaining Continuous Improvement programs.
- Ability to lead manufacturing operations in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Preferred Qualifications
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.
- Experience driving Operational Excellence and plant transformation initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of TPM, OEE, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Lean Manufacturing tools.
- Experience with automation projects and Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.

Technical Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- Continuous Improvement
- KPI Management
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Cost Control and Budget Management
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Systems
- Quality Management Systems
- ERP/MRP Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite

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