Operations Manager (Second Shift)

Industrial Electric Manufacturing•Jacksonville, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

IEM is seeking an Operations Manager for its Jacksonville, FL location. This role is responsible for the end-to-end ownership of the production value stream, focusing on driving operational performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The Operations Manager will ensure alignment with strategic objectives and customer expectations, and is accountable for meeting key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and efficiency. The position fosters a data-driven, bottom-up problem-solving culture and leads a cross-functional production team, applying workflow optimization, resource utilization, and Lean manufacturing principles. This role collaborates with Planning, Materials, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to optimize processes, resolve bottlenecks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires 100% in-office presence in Jacksonville, FL, and operates on the Second Shift (3pm - 11:30pm).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Industrial Technology, or a related field is preferred.
3-5 years of experience in manufacturing leadership, such as Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Manager, or Value Stream Leadership roles.
Proven track record of improving KPIs (e.g., cycle time reduction, FPY improvements, DPU reductions, or cost-saving initiatives).
Proven ability to develop, coach, and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring accountability and engagement.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with experience in using KPIs, root cause analysis, and Lean tools to drive decision-making.
Hands-on experience in Lean manufacturing, value stream mapping, waste elimination, and production workflow optimization.
Ability to communicate effectively with shop floor teams, peers, and senior leadership, ensuring alignment across the organization.
Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (INFOR/Syteline a plus), Tableau, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for reporting and data analysis.
Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization.

Nice To Haves

INFOR/Syteline experience
Preferred certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher), Project Management Professional (PMP).
APICS, CPIM, or other supply chain-related certification is a plus for materials-heavy value streams.

Responsibilities

Own, monitor, and drive improvement in key performance indicators (KPIs) including on-time delivery (OTD), first-pass yield (FPY), defects per unit (DPU), safety incidents, and cost efficiency within the value stream.
Oversee daily production activities, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production schedules, quality standards, and operational goals.
Manage and develop a cross-functional team including production, quality, materials, and maintenance. Set expectations, provide coaching, and ensure accountability at all levels.
Partner with Production Planning and Materials teams to align demand with capacity, ensuring a balanced workflow, efficient material usage, and optimized labor deployment.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for operational issues, using tools such as Pareto analysis, A3 problem-solving, and process mapping to drive improvements.
Champion Lean manufacturing principles, eliminating waste and driving efficiency through 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) initiatives.
Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to identify and resolve design, process, or equipment issues affecting production.
Ensure adherence to safety policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Champion a culture of zero injuries and high-quality production.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.