Sr. Operations Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Operations Manager to lead the production operations of a manufacturing facility focused on generator enclosures, encompassing metal fabrication, welding, industrial painting, and final assembly. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial manufacturing, demonstrated leadership in high-mix, low-to-medium volume production environments, and a passion for operational excellence, safety, and team development.

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily plant operations across all departments: fabrication, welding, painting, and final assembly.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are met or exceeded.
• Monitor workflow and production schedules to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with planning and procurement to ensure material availability and inventory control.

Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a cross-functional team including supervisors, welders, fabricators, painters, assemblers and support staff.
• Establish clear performance expectations and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure workforce training and cross-training to maintain operational flexibility.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to maintain high-quality standards through all phases of production.
• Enforce compliance with internal procedures and external regulatory requirements
• Implement corrective actions and preventive measures to address quality and process issues.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement opportunities for streamlining and process optimization.
• Lead or support initiatives to reduce waste, improve cycle times, and enhance safety.
• Support or lead CAPEX projects related to equipment upgrades or layout improvements.

Health & Safety

• Champion a safe working environment through effective safety programs and continuous education.
• Ensure regular safety audits, training, and compliance with site safety procedures and regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• (MBA or related master’s degree is a plus.)
• 7–10 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, with hands-on knowledge of metal fabrication, welding, industrial painting and mechanical assembly.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a make-to-order or engineer-to-order environment.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working with ERP systems for job cost based production
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with welding certifications, paint/coating standards and assembly best practices.
• Experience in fabrication of custom or heavy-duty enclosures for power generation or industrial equipment.