Operations Leader

Operations Leader – Tunceli Projects

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Primary responsibility includes managing all day‑to‑day plant operations. Lead a team across all production areas to improve efficiency, cost, quality, and safety objectives.

• Supervise all plant operations including production and warehouse departments (machining, processing, assembly).
• Plan, schedule and coordinate departmental activities to fulfill sales orders, meet inventory requirements, and deliver products on time.
• Manage staff by preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties.
• Establish and implement departmental policies, goals and objectives such as GMP and SQF safety procedures.
• Communicate and coach employees daily to ensure they have the information and direction needed.
• Provide training to direct reports on operating procedures, quality standards, and health & safety policies, ensuring compliance.
• Respond to emergency requests, troubleshoot issues, and determine solutions.
• Participate in all shifts as necessary to keep the department streamlined.
• Collaborate with other departments on projects as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Familiarity with shop environment and ability to apply fundamental troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, identify and address problems, and meet deadlines.
• Effective teamwork ability and professionalism in stressful situations.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
• Computer skills including ERP systems and Microsoft Office for administrative tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both group and one‑on‑one.
• Strong decision‑making skills to improve workflow.
• At least 2+ years of leading a team in a manufacturing environment; experience in the plastic industry preferred.

• Works in both an office environment and warehouse.
• Requires sitting for extended periods while operating a computer, telephone and other office equipment.
• Must be able to stand, walk and move on a shop floor for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.
• Work environment in a warehouse with temperatures ranging from hot to cold, depending on outside conditions.

• Minimum 2+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the plastic industry, or other manufacturing environments, is highly preferred.
• Hands‑on ability to assist in completing department goals as required.

• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
• 401(k) plan – Employer contributes 3% up to 4%.
• Vacation and sick pay.
• Eight (8) paid holidays per year.
• Basic life insurance paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.