This role isn’t about keeping the wheels spinning. It’s about transforming the way things work through implementing Lean principles, fostering team development, and a whole lot of accountability.

Company Information:
– A leader in their industry with over 65 years in business
– 500+ employees strong
– Growing and recently invested in over $5mm in plant improvements
– 12 locations across the U.S and Canada
– Privately held
– Offers a family-first, Christian-based culture!

This Company Values and Appreciates Their Employees:
– Medical
– Dental
– Disability
– Life insurance
– 401k
– Annual Bonuses
– Paid Time Off and Holidays

Your Role with The Company:
You’ll be the culture-setter and ops architect for a high-performing facility with 160 employees and a whole lot of opportunity. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Ops, you’ll lead a multi-departmental team, drive continuous improvement, and bring calm, strategic energy to a fast-growing business.

What You’ll Be Doing:
– Leading a team of 5–6 direct reports and ~160 total employees
– Driving plant performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC)
– Building a positive, empowered culture through transformational leadership
– Coaching and developing your team at all levels
– Establishing Lean/CI practices, 6S systems, and performance tracking
– Being a key voice in shaping the plant’s strategic direction
– Collaborating cross-functionally across multiple facilities
– Instilling the sense that professional development and continuous improvement are a part of the organization’s culture.
– This is a high-profile position that is critical to the performance of the business and you will be a key player in achieving success.

Background Profile:
– 7+ years if Operations leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
– Knowledge of resins, plastic films or flexible packaging preferred
– Coaching and mentoring leadership style
– Experience with change management and strategic planning during a high-growth phase
– High sense of urgency with a passion for continuous improvement
– Bachelor’s Degree preferred, equivalent experience will be considered

Interested? Inquiries can be sent to jen@connect-ology.com, referencing Job ID# mr3387.