Production Operations Manager
Recruiting Partner: Prince Agyemang
Columbia, Maryland | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $120,000 to $140,000 | Job ID: 183443
Job Summary
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An established and leading Materials Manufacturing Firm are looking for a Production Operations Manager.
They're seeking a hands-on Production & Operations Manager to help transform and scale a highly technical manufacturing operation as they expand toward a 24-hour, 5-day production model.
What You'll Do:
· Lead daily manufacturing operations across multiple shifts.
· Develop and coach production supervisors and manufacturing teams.
· Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
· Improve throughput, on-time delivery, and labor productivity.
· Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Commercial teams to translate customer demand into successful execution.
· Establish scalable operating systems, standard work, and performance management processes.
· Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on SQDIP objectives.
· Help design and implement the leadership structure required for a growing 24/5 operation.
What Success Looks Like:
· Build a stable and effective multi-shift manufacturing organization.
· Develop strong frontline supervisors and future leaders.
· Improve schedule attainment and on-time delivery performance.
· Increase throughput and operational efficiency.
· Create visibility through metrics, accountability, and daily management systems.
· Leave the operation stronger, more capable, and better prepared for continued growth.
What We're Looking For:
· 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
· Experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
· Strong understanding of production scheduling, material flow, workforce development, and operational metrics.
· Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
· A hands-on leader who enjoys being on the production floor.
· Experience supporting multi-shift operations is preferred.
The Right Person Is…
· A builder, not a maintainer.
· Comfortable with change, ambiguity, and growth.
· Equally focused on people, process, and performance.
· Driven by results and accountability.
· Passionate about developing teams and future leaders.
· Excited by the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on an organization.
Apply if Interested!
JOB ID: 183443
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