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Production Operations Manager

Goodwin Recruiting · goodwinrecruiting.com
ColumbiaLead / Manager
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A lead / manager Operations Manager role at Goodwin Recruiting in Columbia.

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7 d ago · posted 2026-11-06
Location
Columbia, Maryland

Full description

An established and leading Materials Manufacturing Firm are looking for a Production Operations Manager. They're seeking a hands-on Production & Operations Manager to help transform and scale a highly technical manufacturing operation as they expand toward a 24-hour, 5-day production model. What You'll Do: · Lead daily manufacturing operations across multiple shifts. · Develop and coach production supervisors and manufacturing teams. · Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence. · Improve throughput, on-time delivery, and labor productivity. · Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Commercial teams to translate customer demand into successful execution. · Establish scalable operating systems, standard work, and performance management processes. · Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on SQDIP objectives. · Help design and implement the leadership structure required for a growing 24/5 operation. What Success Looks Like: · Build a stable and effective multi-shift manufacturing organization. · Develop strong frontline supervisors and future leaders. · Improve schedule attainment and on-time delivery performance. · Increase throughput and operational efficiency. · Create visibility through metrics, accountability, and daily management systems. · Leave the operation stronger, more capable, and better prepared for continued growth. What We're Looking For: · 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience. · Experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. · Strong understanding of production scheduling, material flow, workforce development, and operational metrics. · Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives. · A hands-on leader who enjoys being on the production floor. · Experience supporting multi-shift operations is preferred. The Right Person Is... · A builder, not a maintainer. · Comfortable with change, ambiguity, and growth. · Equally focused on people, process, and performance. · Driven by results and accountability. · Passionate about developing teams and future leaders. · Excited by the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on an organization. Apply if Interested! JOB ID: 183443 #post Prince Agyemang

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