Operations Manager

Pettis Search Partners is confidentially seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead day‑to‑day plant operations and drive continuous improvement across production, quality, and safety performance. This role is ideal for a results‑driven leader who thrives on accountability, collaboration, and achieving measurable outcomes in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Oversee and improve all aspects of daily production and shop‑floor operations.
• Lead production teams to meet or exceed department KPIs in efficiency, scrap reduction, downtime, and quality.
• Manage scheduling to ensure on‑time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Drive accountability, problem‑solving, and engagement at all levels of the production organization.
• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with operational goals.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to support process changes and new product introductions.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with company, federal, and state safety and environmental standards.
• Provide leadership in departmental meetings and improvement projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a Tier‑1 automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence across departments.
• Demonstrated success in production performance improvement and KPI management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems (ERP, production reporting tools).
• Hands‑on leader with a passion for continuous improvement and team development.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Production and Management

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)