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Operations ManagerGpac • Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Gpac • Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
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Job Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of industrial machinery and related components. This role leads production, maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts while driving operational excellence, quality, and on-time delivery. The Operations Manager works cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, quality, and leadership to meet business objectives and support long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, including production, maintenance, and logistics
  • Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high standards of quality and safety
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, throughput, cost reduction, and waste elimination
  • Oversee equipment utilization, preventive maintenance programs, and capital equipment planning
  • Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices across operations
  • Monitor KPIs such as OEE, scrap, downtime, labor efficiency, and on-time delivery
  • Collaborate with Engineering on process improvements, new equipment, and product introductions
  • Manage and develop supervisors, team leads, and hourly workforce
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards
  • Partner with Supply Chain to optimize inventory levels, material flow, and vendor performance
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or related field
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in industrial manufacturing or machinery environments
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and plant operations
  • Proven experience leading teams and driving operational improvements
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma principles
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in machinery, heavy equipment, or capital equipment manufacturing
  • Multi-site operations experience
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
  • Background in automation, CNC, fabrication, or assembly operations
  • Experience managing capital projects and large equipment installs

Key Competencies

  • Leadership & Team Development
  • Operational Excellence
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Strategic Planning & Execution

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a manufacturing plant environment with regular exposure to machinery, equipment, and production areas.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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