Diversified Recruitment Services, LLC
Operations Manager
Diversified Recruitment Services, LLC, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336
As the Operations Manager at a marine air-conditioning manufacturing facility, you will play a pivotal role in leading day-to-day operations while driving continuous improvement across safety, quality, productivity, and cost. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong foundation in Lean Manufacturing and a passion for developing people and processes to achieve operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership : Oversee all aspects of daily manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production, on-time delivery, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
Lean & Continuous Improvement : Champion Lean Manufacturing principles, implementing process improvements that eliminate waste, increase throughput, and enhance workplace organization.
Strategic Execution : Partner with the General Manager to develop and execute operational strategies that align with overall business goals.
Team Development : Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors and production staff, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and engagement.
Production & Workflow Management : Monitor production schedules and system performance to identify and resolve bottlenecks, ensuring smooth workflow and optimal resource utilization.
Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Sales to integrate operations with order management, logistics, and customer fulfillment processes.
Quality & Compliance : Ensure all products meet internal and industry quality standards, while maintaining compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Cost & Resource Management : Prepare, monitor, and manage operational budgets, focusing on efficiency, waste reduction, and cost optimization.
Supply Chain Coordination : Collaborate with procurement and logistics to ensure consistent supply of raw materials and timely component delivery.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (MBA or Six Sigma certification a plus).
7+ years of progressive operations or manufacturing leadership experience.
Proven success implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong knowledge of production planning, quality systems, and EHS compliance.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience in HVAC, marine, or related manufacturing industries preferred.
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Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership : Oversee all aspects of daily manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production, on-time delivery, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
Lean & Continuous Improvement : Champion Lean Manufacturing principles, implementing process improvements that eliminate waste, increase throughput, and enhance workplace organization.
Strategic Execution : Partner with the General Manager to develop and execute operational strategies that align with overall business goals.
Team Development : Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors and production staff, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and engagement.
Production & Workflow Management : Monitor production schedules and system performance to identify and resolve bottlenecks, ensuring smooth workflow and optimal resource utilization.
Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Sales to integrate operations with order management, logistics, and customer fulfillment processes.
Quality & Compliance : Ensure all products meet internal and industry quality standards, while maintaining compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Cost & Resource Management : Prepare, monitor, and manage operational budgets, focusing on efficiency, waste reduction, and cost optimization.
Supply Chain Coordination : Collaborate with procurement and logistics to ensure consistent supply of raw materials and timely component delivery.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (MBA or Six Sigma certification a plus).
7+ years of progressive operations or manufacturing leadership experience.
Proven success implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong knowledge of production planning, quality systems, and EHS compliance.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience in HVAC, marine, or related manufacturing industries preferred.
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