Operations manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and scheduling of plant operations and resources across multiple departments

• Coordinate production based on customer requirements and adjust operations in real-time in response to process failures, quality issues, or changes in demand.

• Monitor and evaluate production results to ensure targets are met or exceeded.

• Provide day-to-day leadership and mentorship to a seasoned team of approx. 30 staff across departments (and growing)

• Drive process improvements and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

• Oversee daily troubleshooting to resolve mechanical and operational issues swiftly.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and efficiency.

• Be available on-site in the event of emergencies or critical issues.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in steel manufacturing, metal shop operation

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills are a must.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Flexible and hands-on with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

• Comfortable working in a multi-shift operation (with plans to expand to 3 shifts).