Operations Manager

At least 5 years of experience in Operations or Supply Chain management in a managerial/leadership capacity. Broad, high-impact scope spanning production, quality, purchasing, maintenance, and supply chain.

Operations Manager
Location: The Greater Danbury Area, Onsite
Salary: $120,000-$140,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

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• Step into a next-generation leadership role as senior department heads approach retirement
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• Lead a team of direct reports across planning/buying, quality, production, and shipping/receiving
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• Play a key role in implementing a new ERP system (Microsoft Business Central) across the organization
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• Gain international exposure with occasional travel to the UK for management meetings
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• Broad, high-impact scope spanning production, quality, purchasing, maintenance, and supply chain
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• Influence strategic planning around capacity, resource allocation, and process improvement
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• Consistent, predictable schedule — 5-day work week, fully onsite
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Key Responsibilities for the Operations Manager:

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• Lead all plant operations, including production, quality assurance, purchasing, and logistics
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• Develop operational strategies supporting productivity, safety, and cost-efficiency
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• Monitor production KPIs (throughput, yield, downtime, on-time delivery) and drive improvements
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• Manage manufacturing schedules, staffing levels, and resource allocation
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• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for production issues
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• Develop and monitor operational budgets and capital expenditures
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Qualifications for the Operations Manager:

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• At least 5 years of experience in Operations or Supply Chain management in a managerial/leadership capacity
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• Must have manufacturing experience
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• Strong people management and communication skills
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• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/365 suite
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• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central a plus)
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