Operations Manager - Manufacturing Plant

Operations Manager, Manufacturing Plant

Location: New Milford, CT
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000 to $100,000 per year

Take the lead on every part of a manufacturing plant, from production and quality to supply chain and safety, as an Operations Manager driving results and continuous improvement.

Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience
• 5+ years in operations or supply chain management in a leadership role
• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Epicor
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication with senior management and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Valid driver's license

What You'll Do

• Lead plant operations across production, quality, purchasing, maintenance, logistics, and supply chain
• Manage and develop the production, quality, and supply chain leaders who report to you
• Track manufacturing KPIs like throughput, yield, downtime, and on-time delivery, and drive improvements
• Build production schedules that balance customer demand with labor and equipment capacity
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA and environmental compliance
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for production issues and non-conformances
• Develop and manage operating budgets and capital expenditures
• Maintain inventory accuracy and coordinate timely procurement of materials
• Lead operational audits and support ISO and FDA compliance where applicable
• Shape strategic planning for capacity, resources, and continuous improvement

Nice-to-Haves

• Familiarity with MRP and production tracking systems
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools
• Exposure to ISO or FDA regulated manufacturing environments

Compensation and Benefits

• $85,000 to $100,000 base salary based on experience
• Senior leadership role with full ownership of plant operations
• Direct influence on strategy, capacity planning, and team development

About the Company
An established manufacturer focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement in its plant operations.

To apply, submit your resume for consideration.