Ashley Furniture Industries
Senior Operations Manager
Ashley Furniture Industries, Advance, North Carolina, United States, 27006
Lead Upholstery Excellence at the World's #1 Furniture Company!
Senior Manager, Upholstery Operations
Are you a world-class manufacturing leader with a passion for driving excellence? Ashley Furniture, the largest furniture manufacturer on the globe, is seeking a strategic and hands-on
Senior Manager of Upholstery Operations
to lead one of our largest and most critical divisions. This is a premier leadership role where you will own the operational strategy, develop a large team of manufacturing leaders, and drive the performance of a multi-shift, high-volume upholstery operation. You will be the driving force behind the quality and efficiency of the products that make Ashley an industry icon. Why This Is a Great Opportunity: Lead a Cornerstone Division:
Take full ownership of our Upholstery Operations, a key element of our brand's success. Develop Future Leaders:
Directly mentor and grow a talented team of Operations Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors. Drive Measurable Impact:
Your leadership will directly influence critical business outcomes in production, cost, quality, and safety. Join an Industry Giant:
Leverage the resources and stability of a global leader while making your mark on our continued success. What You Will Do: As the Senior Operations Manager for Upholstery, you will be the strategic leader for this vital division. Your mission will be to: Lead & Develop:
Direct, mentor, and empower a large team of Operations Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors across multiple shifts, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance. Drive Operational Excellence:
Implement and champion Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production flow, enhance quality, and relentlessly drive out waste. Strategize & Execute:
Own capacity planning along with production scheduling, collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure all manufacturing objectives are achieved on time and within budget. Champion a World-Class Culture:
Uphold and advance our commitment to safety and quality, creating an environment where every team member is engaged and proud of their work. What You Need to Succeed: Experience:
10+ years of progressive experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, with a proven track record in a senior leadership/management role. Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent deep work experience). Expertise:
Deep, hands-on knowledge of
Lean Manufacturing , Continuous Improvement (CI), complex capacity planning, and dynamic production flows. Leadership:
A genuine passion for developing people and a demonstrated ability to lead and inspire large, multi-shift operations. Why Ashley Furniture is Different: We are more than a business; we're a family built on a "Growth Mindset" and a "Dirty Fingernail" work ethic. We are innovators and problem-solvers who believe in building future leaders from within. Enjoy Our Incredible Benefits: Highly Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure Full Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Profit Sharing Paid Vacation, Holidays, and
Your Birthday Off! Generous Employee Discounts on our beautiful furniture On-site Ashley Wellness Centers and access to Medical Tourism Continuous Professional Development and Career Advancement Are you ready to lead a critical division for an undisputed industry leader? Apply Today and Find Your Home at Ashley!
Senior Manager of Upholstery Operations
to lead one of our largest and most critical divisions. This is a premier leadership role where you will own the operational strategy, develop a large team of manufacturing leaders, and drive the performance of a multi-shift, high-volume upholstery operation. You will be the driving force behind the quality and efficiency of the products that make Ashley an industry icon. Why This Is a Great Opportunity: Lead a Cornerstone Division:
Take full ownership of our Upholstery Operations, a key element of our brand's success. Develop Future Leaders:
Directly mentor and grow a talented team of Operations Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors. Drive Measurable Impact:
Your leadership will directly influence critical business outcomes in production, cost, quality, and safety. Join an Industry Giant:
Leverage the resources and stability of a global leader while making your mark on our continued success. What You Will Do: As the Senior Operations Manager for Upholstery, you will be the strategic leader for this vital division. Your mission will be to: Lead & Develop:
Direct, mentor, and empower a large team of Operations Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors across multiple shifts, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance. Drive Operational Excellence:
Implement and champion Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production flow, enhance quality, and relentlessly drive out waste. Strategize & Execute:
Own capacity planning along with production scheduling, collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure all manufacturing objectives are achieved on time and within budget. Champion a World-Class Culture:
Uphold and advance our commitment to safety and quality, creating an environment where every team member is engaged and proud of their work. What You Need to Succeed: Experience:
10+ years of progressive experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, with a proven track record in a senior leadership/management role. Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent deep work experience). Expertise:
Deep, hands-on knowledge of
Lean Manufacturing , Continuous Improvement (CI), complex capacity planning, and dynamic production flows. Leadership:
A genuine passion for developing people and a demonstrated ability to lead and inspire large, multi-shift operations. Why Ashley Furniture is Different: We are more than a business; we're a family built on a "Growth Mindset" and a "Dirty Fingernail" work ethic. We are innovators and problem-solvers who believe in building future leaders from within. Enjoy Our Incredible Benefits: Highly Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure Full Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Profit Sharing Paid Vacation, Holidays, and
Your Birthday Off! Generous Employee Discounts on our beautiful furniture On-site Ashley Wellness Centers and access to Medical Tourism Continuous Professional Development and Career Advancement Are you ready to lead a critical division for an undisputed industry leader? Apply Today and Find Your Home at Ashley!