Operations Manager - Maumee Location

TOLEDO TOOL & DIE•Maumee, OH

7d•$115,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager oversees and directs daily manufacturing operations at the Maumee, Ohio location to support safe, efficient, high-quality production in an automotive manufacturing environment. The role leads Production Supervisors and Team Leaders and partners across departments to align operations with plant goals for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement. The Operations Manager supports customer requirements, coordinates work between departments, and fosters a high-performance culture across all shifts. This is a full-time position based in Maumee, Ohio. The stated annual compensation is $115,000–$150,000, based on qualifications and experience. Toledo Tool & Die offers weekly pay, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, a 401(k), and medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
5–10 years of manufacturing experience.
Prior experience leading production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
Experience working with OEE, production reporting, standardized work, and manufacturing KPIs.
Strong leadership presence and ability to coach, motivate, and hold teams accountable.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with employees, leadership, and cross-functional partners.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
High level of initiative, with the ability to identify needs, propose solutions, and drive actions with minimal direction.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
Ability to analyze data, interpret trends, and drive data-based decisions.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, consistent attendance, willingness to learn, and safety-mindedness.

Nice To Haves

Automotive, Tier 1, or Tier 2 manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, or other automotive quality systems is preferred.
Previous experience in automotive stamping.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and support Production Supervisors and Team Leaders across stamping, assembly, or related manufacturing operations.
Ensure daily production plans are executed safely, accurately, and efficiently to meet customer delivery requirements.
Drive KPIs including safety, quality, OEE, scrap, delivery, labor efficiency, and overall productivity.
Enforce safety policies, monitor workplace conditions, lead investigations, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Collaborate with Quality to address quality concerns, implement corrective actions, and maintain compliance with customer-specific requirements and IATF 16949 standards.
Coordinate with Maintenance, Tool & Die, Engineering, and Materials to resolve equipment issues, ensure machine readiness, and support preventive maintenance scheduling.
Monitor and adjust labor allocation according to production demands; support hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of production personnel.
Support continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles, standardization, and waste-reduction strategies.
Ensure standardized work, work instructions, control plans, and safety procedures are followed accurately.
Conduct production floor walks to monitor process adherence, identify issues, and support real-time problem resolution.
Lead daily and weekly production meetings and communicate across departments and shifts.
Review production data, downtime reports, and operational metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Support new product launches, engineering changes, and customer requirements by coordinating resources and ensuring operational readiness.
Maintain a clean, organized manufacturing environment through 5S, workplace organization, and visual management.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, environmental requirements, and operational procedures.
Ensure environmental practices within the position’s scope, including proper waste disposal, spill reporting, reporting permit non-compliance, and addressing improper practices.
Ensure human resources, ethics, and labor policies and practices within the position’s scope comply with company policy, including respect for worker rights, ethical standards, appropriate working hours, and applicable wage laws.
Demonstrate leadership, accountability, teamwork, and integrity in operational functions.
Assume additional duties as assigned, including duties outside the primary scope of the role.