Operations Manager

Weidmann Electrical Technology Inc. • Urbana, OH

52d • Onsite

About The Position

Oversee multiple departments through direct leadership of department managers, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. The role requires a strategic, results-oriented leader with deep experience in Lean Six Sigma methodologies, labor planning, budgeting, and succession development. In addition to operational oversight, the Operations Manager will play a key role in community engagement, building strong partnerships with local and regional organizations to enhance the site’s reputation and long-term sustainability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, including managing multiple departments in a 24/7 production environment.
• Experience working in a make-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma certification required (Black Belt strongly preferred) with proven success leading large-scale continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong financial and operational knowledge, including workforce planning, budgeting, and cost control.
• Demonstrated ability to develop leaders, build succession plans, and lead organizational change.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization and within the community.
• Executive presence with the ability to serve as a key partner and backup to the General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Serve as deputy to the General Manager, leading daily site operations and ensuring execution of business strategy.
• Lead by example in a values-driven culture, aligning teams with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
• Provide oversight of production, quality, supply chain, engineering, and maintenance to drive alignment and operational performance.
• Own site results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity metrics.
• Lead workforce planning, labor optimization, budgeting, and cost control to achieve financial targets.
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and overall performance.
• Develop and mentor department leaders, strengthen succession planning, and build organizational capability.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, OSHA, ISO, and customer requirements while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
• Represent the organization within the local community and support workforce and talent development initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
• Annual bonus
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager