Operations Manager

Job Summary

Mac Lean-Fogg is hiring an Operations Manager for its Saegertown, PA manufacturing operation. In this role, you will lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, develop people, strengthen safety and quality, and improve production efficiency, cost performance, and continuous improvement. You will coordinate production planning, staffing, cross-functional priorities, and supplier performance to help achieve operational and business goals.

• Location: Saegertown, PA

• Work Arrangement: On-site

• Schedule: Standard business hours, variable schedule

• Pay: $116,000 - $140,000 per year

• Employment Type: Full-time / Salary

• Travel: Up to 10%

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations and continuously improve processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, control costs, shorten lead times, and improve productivity and product quality.

• Develop and manage manufacturing plans and production schedules that balance customer demand with available capacity, adjusting schedules as demand, resources, or equipment performance change.

• Manage staffing levels and labor resources to support production targets while maintaining safety and quality, and lead, mentor, and develop team members through clear communication and accountability.

• Establish, monitor, and enforce quality control standards to help ensure products meet organizational and industry requirements.

• Implement and maintain safety protocols and ensure adherence to applicable safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production goals with business objectives, and monitor vendor performance against quality and delivery expectations.

• Complete production reports, safety audits, compliance checks, and other required operational documentation fully and accurately.

• Promote 5S principles and lead continuous improvement efforts across operational areas to maintain a clean, organized, efficient, and performance-focused manufacturing environment.

• Bachelor's degree.

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or operations, including demonstrated experience managing production teams and driving process improvements.

• Experience with manufacturing systems, lean production methodologies, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Eligible employees across Mac Lean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage

• Paid parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources

• Virtual healthcare resources

• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities

• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. Screening and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law and the requirements of the position.

Mac Lean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

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