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We have once again been appointed to Event Marketer’s The FAB 50 list of top fabricators serving the event and trade show industry, as well as named one of Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing private companies in the nation.\nHowever, the accolades don’t stop there. Exhibitus has earned Best in Show achievements, won awards in both Exhibit and Event Design, and gained international recognition by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals for our inventive advertising in the Hermes Creative Awards. We work hard and play hard. We hope you jump at this unique opportunity to work with the best in the business.\nPosition Summary\nThe Operations Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of manufacturing, warehousing, purchasing, estimating, and project management for products that the company manufactures and distributes both domestically and globally. This role develops and implements operational strategies that support organizational goals, improve efficiency and profitability, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Operations Manager provides leadership to operational departments, manages resources, oversees vendor relationships, establishes performance metrics, and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the organization while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and operational excellence.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities\nLead and oversee manufacturing, warehousing, purchasing, estimating, and project management functions to ensure efficient and profitable operations.\nDevelop and execute operational strategies, objectives, and processes that support company goals and drive continuous improvement.\nEstablish, implement, and monitor operational policies, procedures, and quality standards to ensure products meet customer requirements and company expectations.\nManage production workflows, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time.\nOversee domestic and international project estimating activities and collaborate with project teams to maximize project profitability and estimate accuracy.\nMonitor project performance, costs, labor utilization, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and profitability.\nLead, coach, develop, and manage operations personnel, including Project Managers, CAD Detailers, Production Manager, Warehouse Manager, and other operational staff.\nOversee recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and employee development initiatives within the operations department.\nMaintain accurate personnel records and ensure employee management practices comply with company policies and applicable regulations.\nCollaborate with senior leadership to establish departmental budgets and manage operational expenses, resources, and capital investments.\nDevelop and manage vendor relationships to ensure quality products and services are received at competitive pricing and favorable terms.\nResolve production, warehouse, logistics, and project-related issues while implementing corrective actions to minimize risk and delays.\nPrepare, analyze, and present operational reports, including productivity metrics, resource allocation, warranty expenditures, project profitability, estimate-to-actual accuracy, and shipping performance.\nDrive operational excellence by identifying process improvements, implementing best practices, and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.\nPartner with executive leadership to support strategic planning, operational growth, and long-term business objectives.\nBe available to support customer and business needs during evenings and weekends when required.\nQualifications\nRequired\nProven leadership experience managing manufacturing, warehouse, project management, purchasing, or related operational functions.\nStrong organizational, planning, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under demanding deadlines.\nDemonstrated experience leading, developing, and managing cross-functional teams.\nStrong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, project profitability analysis, and general accounting knowledge.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.\nStrong customer service orientation with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.\nAbility to analyze operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve outcomes.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and business management systems.\nAbility to work evenings and weekends as required to support operational and customer needs.\nStrong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.\nPreferred\nExperience within the trade show, exhibit, event production, custom fabrication, or manufacturing industry.\nExperience managing domestic and international project operations.\nKnowledge of estimating, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and supply chain operations.\nExperience developing operational KPIs and leveraging data-driven decision-making.\nFamiliarity with Exhibitus EMS or comparable enterprise management systems.\nExperience implementing process improvement, lean manufacturing, or operational excellence initiatives.\nCore Competencies\nOperations Leadership and Management\nManufacturing and Production Oversight\nProject Management\nStrategic Planning and Execution\nBudgeting and Financial Management\nVendor and Supplier Management\nResource Allocation and Workforce Planning\nProcess Improvement and Operational Efficiency\nPerformance Metrics and Reporting\nProblem Solving and Decision Making\nCustomer Focus and Service Excellence\nCommunication and Team Leadership\nQuality Assurance and Continuous Improvement\nAccountability and Results Orientation\nReporting Staff\nProject Managers\nCAD Detailers\nProduction Manager\nWarehouse Manager\nOther Operations Personnel as Assigned\nExhibitus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. 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