Operations Manager Grace, Maryland Area

Overview

Our firm is actively seeking candidates for an Operations Manager role, also known as the Conversion Manager, for a leading manufacturing entity. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of site operations, playing a pivotal role in the overall site performance and success.

In this critical position, the Operations Manager will spearhead various facets of site operations, ensuring all departments work in tandem to meet and exceed the set objectives. Key responsibilities include production, maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, safety protocols, compliance, and ensuring site profitability.

• Direct manufacturing operations, ensuring optimal utilization of resources while meeting targets in cost, quality, safety, compliance, and scrap reduction.
• Serve as an influential member of the Site Leadership Team, fostering a motivated, engaged, and cohesive work environment.
• Demonstrate exemplary leadership practices, emphasizing positive performance management, training initiatives, professional development, clear communication, and championing a safety-first culture.
• Implement operational excellence throughout the site, promoting continuous improvement and maximizing employee contributions.

• Bachelor’s degree, with a preference for an Engineering or Industrial Technology discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership/management capacity. Experience in the plastics packaging industry is highly preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of all manufacturing operation dimensions, from production and maintenance to logistics and budgeting.
• A proven track record of fostering a continuous improvement environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with expertise in building high-performing teams and fostering strong relationships across all employee levels, executives, and customers.
• Stellar safety record.
• A strong drive to advance career and assume higher leadership roles within the organization.

Opportunities available in Havre de Grace, Maryland, and Plant City, Florida.

• Salary range of $125-$130k.
• 20% bonus potential.
• Relocation assistance tailored to individual needs, commonly encompassing moving household goods, temporary housing, home sale closing costs, and miscellaneous expense coverage.

The ideal candidate will possess the potential to ascend to a Site Leader position within a 1-3 year timeframe.

• Clearly discernible upward career trajectory.
• Prior experience in the plastics packaging manufacturing sector or a related industry.
• Demonstrated potential for advancement.
• Proficient financial acumen.
• Professional demeanor ensuring credibility with executives and clients.
• Balanced leadership style that seamlessly merges coaching and decisiveness.
• A proactive approach in shaping an engaged and motivated work environment.