Were seeking a Plant Operations Manager to oversee daily operations for an industrial manufacturing company in Ayer. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient production while maintaining the highest standards of quality, environmental compliance, and equipment performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations of the facilitys automated production systems and equipment
- Direct and coordinate production activities to achieve output, quality, and safety goals
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime
- Work with environmental and safety consultants to maintain full regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEP, etc.)
- Lead, coach, and schedule facility staff to maximize productivity and maintain a safe, organized work environment
- Analyze production and performance data to identify process improvements using LEAN concepts
- Ensure readiness of the facility to accept materials and deliver quality products on time
- Manage special projects that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.
MUST HAVES :
5+ years of supervisory experience in an industrial environment using automated or computerized processing equipment (ex : conveyors, PLC-driven machinery, sorting systems, material-handling equipment, packaging lines, etc.).Candidates should come from industries such as recycling, aggregate, quarries, oil and gas, paper and pulp , or other industrial and highly physical environments . These backgrounds are essential as they align with the nature of the role.Candidates must be comfortable working in an active industrial environment that includes significant outdoor work and exposure to the elementsFull range of physical mobility including walking, sitting, standing, stooping, carrying, reaching, driving, manual dexterity and some lifting (up to 50 pounds) required