Operations Manager

About Momentive Technologies

Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications.

Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit

The Operations Manager (OM) leads a focused factory specializing in the manufacturing of fused quartz products sold to customers in the semiconductor and lighting industries. The Operations Manager is responsible for all performance aspects of the operation, including safety, quality, cost, and delivery in a 24/7 manufacturing facility.

• Lead, mentor, and coach a self-directed team of machine operators, maintenance technicians, and staff engineers in both day-to-day and long-term operational environments.
• Develop operation plans that include cost, volume, and resource requirements to meet both external and internal customers. Drive cost-reduction projects for year-over-year productivity as well as departmental specific capital programs.
• Eliminate at-risk conditions and behaviors in the operation to continuously improve the team's environmental, health, and safety performance. Lead and/or support all aspects of the site's EHS programs, processes, and goals.
• Lead team in Lean Six Sigma projects towards lead time reduction, yield and customer quality improvement, more effective cash flow utilization, and overall process improvement.
• Develop and maintain key supplier relationships for consistent and reliable inbound operations.
• Showcase the Newark Plant's entrepreneurial spirit in support of key new product introductions and other technology innovations.

• BS degree in engineering or related field with a minimum 5 years' experience management in a manufacturing work environment (required)
• Strong leadership and motivation skills within all layers of the business
• Confident communications, both written and verbal
• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Proven organization skills, both in staffing and logistics within a manufacturing environment

• MS or MBA
• Six Sigma Greenbelt certification (preferred), with solid statistical analysis and problem solving expertise
• SAP experience (or comparable ERP knowledge)

• Product Line Managers
• Site Director
• Executive Leadership Team
• Legal
• Site leadership
• Operations workforce
• Scheduling
• Technology group

• Up to 10%

Day-to-day responsibilities will be both in an office environment, as well as on the manufacturing floor. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protections, and steel toes shoes must be worn as required.

Our Operations Manager earn a variable compensation including base salary and bonus. Base salary range takes into consideration experience, education, and training. Not to mention all the amazing benefits available for employee selection as well.

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Momentive Technologies is not just shaping materials; we're shaping the future. As a leader in the fused quartz, ceramics, and crucibles industry, we…