Senior Operations Manager - Dayton

MAS HVAC INC•Maple Grove, MN

5d•$120,000 - $165,000

About The Position

This position will be supporting a new facility in Dayton, MN set to open June 2026. Once the facility is open, this position will be based at 11500 Dayton Pkwy, Maple Grove, MN 55369. MAS creates custom-engineered thermal management solutions for markets that thrive on flexibility, creativity, and bold ideas. From humble beginnings to becoming an emergent multi‑brand manufacturing leader, we’ve grown by bringing in great people and empowering them to do great work. At MAS, we believe innovation happens when everyone contributes, diversity of thought is celebrated, and people feel supported in their growth. We take pride in working hard together—tackling challenges, solving problems, and having fun along the way. As we expand into both emerging and mission-critical industries, we stay committed to delivering efficient, competitive, and sustainable heating and cooling technologies. And throughout your career here, you’ll have the chance to directly shape the foundation for what's next in our industry. Position Summary: The Senior Operations Manager oversees daily operations and leads continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity. This role requires strong leadership, knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, and a proven ability to drive teams toward achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational goals. The position requires adaptability and a strong execution mindset to meet the needs of a rapidly expanding PE-backed company at a new production facility.

Requirements

BS degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in operations, production, or plant management.
Demonstrated experience applying Lean manufacturing principles in a production or operational environment.
Experience leading teams to achieve KPIs and operational performance goals.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with ERP systems, operational software, and data analysis tools.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management abilities.
Hands-on approach with a passion for workforce development.

Nice To Haves

Experience in establishing new manufacturing lines and process flow.
Experience in high‑volume manufacturing or HVAC industry

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are consistently met.
Communicate performance results and improvement plans to leadership and functional teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operations and business priorities.
Ensuring all employees follow safety procedures and PPE standards
Managing using LPA – Layered Process Audits
Monitoring KPIs related to safety incidents or near misses
Ensuring workforce performance, training, and skill development
Ensuring the efficient planning of labor, equipment, and materials
Managing throughput and line balancing
Monitoring production performance vs. plan
Overseeing inspection, testing, and defect reduction initiatives
Ensuring root cause analysis is completed (e.g., 5 Why, Fishbone)
Driving continuous improvement in First Pass Yield (FPY)
Managing raw material flow into the assembly line
Ensuring accurate inventory levels at the line i.e. Kanban
Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company goals, integrating Lean principles.
Lead Lean initiatives such as MDI, 5S, Kaizen, value-stream mapping, and root‑cause analysis.
Identify inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement activities focused on reducing waste and increasing value creation.
Lead, mentor, and coach operations staff to achieve high performance and meet KPI expectations.
Establish clear performance goals and hold team members accountable through structured reviews, feedback, and coaching.
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.