Operations Manager

Certex USA LLC • North Charleston, SC

6h • $78,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

CERTEX USA is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead branch operations in Charleston, SC, ensuring safe, efficient, and customer-focused operations while driving team performance and business results. The Operations Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the facility, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This role provides leadership to operational teams, drives productivity and continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborates with branch leadership, sales, customer service, and production teams to support business objectives and deliver exceptional customer service.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of production, warehouse, and operational workflows.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to drive accountability, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Working knowledge of safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational software systems.
• Ability to travel as business needs require.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of experience in warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or other operational environments.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required.
• Experience with production scheduling, inventory management, and process improvement required.

Nice To Haves

• associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in construction, oil and gas, mining, aerospace, heavy industrial, maritime, or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate daily operational activities to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Manage workflow, labor utilization, and resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency.
• Oversee order fulfillment and execution to ensure quality standards and customer requirements are met.
• Enforce safety policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance throughout the facility.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and work areas to ensure operational readiness and organization.
• Monitor productivity, quality, turnaround time, and other operational performance metrics.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and throughput.
• Coordinate operational activities with customer service, sales, and other departments to support seamless execution.
• Supervise, coach, and hold operational personnel accountable for performance, quality, and safety expectations.
• Resolve operational issues and ensure materials, equipment, and staffing resources are available to meet daily business needs.

Benefits

• Pay Range $78,000 - $85,000
• Monthly Profit-Sharing Opportunity
• Uniforms Provided
• Steel Toe Boot Allowance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 9 Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• 401k with 401k Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Voluntary Life, Long and Short-Term Disability, Hospitalization, Critical Illness, Accident and Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED