Operations Manager - Manufacturing

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Join Jabil's manufacturing operations leadership team and play a critical role in driving operational excellence across the campus. This position is responsible for leading multiple functional areas, developing future leaders, executing strategic initiatives, supporting customers, and ensuring the operation operates safely, efficiently, and profitably. The role partners closely with Business Unit Managers, Workcell Managers, Functional Managers, and corporate leadership to achieve organizational objectives.

How will you make an impact?

You will provide strategic leadership to the Operations organization by driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, cost optimization, and talent development. Your leadership will directly impact customer satisfaction, operational performance, employee engagement, and overall business success. You will champion best practices, strengthen operational processes, and build a high-performance culture focused on achieving measurable results.

What will you do?

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Functional Managers and operational leadership teams.
• Recruit, interview, and hire management-level talent.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
• Establish performance expectations and hold teams accountable to operational goals and objectives.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and performance feedback to leaders across the organization.
• Coordinate and lead large teams during periods of change, growth, or operational challenges.

Strategic Planning & Business Leadership

• Develop and communicate campus operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Execute strategic initiatives that improve efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular updates to site and corporate leadership regarding strategic execution and performance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align resources and business priorities.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing metrics, trend analysis, and performance data.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and improve efficiency.
• Establish and improve operational measurement systems and reporting tools.
• Implement industry best practices and share knowledge across multiple facilities.
• Ensure procedures, work instructions, and operational processes remain effective and efficient.

Financial & Cost Management

• Monitor departmental costs, trends, and operational expenditures.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce cost while improving value and performance.
• Analyze financial and operational data to support business decisions.
• Provide cost performance updates and recommendations to leadership teams.

Forecasting & Customer Focus

• Develop accurate operational forecasts and assess future business trends.
• Compare forecasted performance against historical results to improve planning accuracy.
• Anticipate customer needs and proactively resolve operational challenges.
• Ensure internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded.

Compliance & Safety

• Maintain compliance with all company policies, quality standards, security requirements, and safety regulations.
• Ensure sensitive and confidential information is managed appropriately.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

How will you get here?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 10+ years of manufacturing, operations, or related leadership experience.
• 5+ years of management experience leading managers and cross-functional teams.
• Experience developing and executing operational strategies.
• Strong background in performance management, workforce development, and succession planning.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs.
• Advanced computer skills and experience utilizing business systems, reporting tools, and operational software applications.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to execute operational plans.
• Expertise in manufacturing operations and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, and operational metrics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience utilizing operational KPIs and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead large teams in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Strong customer-focused mindset with a passion for operational excellence.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of forecasting, capacity planning, and cost management practices.
• Understanding of quality systems, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Experience leading operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or related continuous improvement certifications.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced operational reporting tools.
• Multi-site or campus-level leadership experience.
• Experience within electronics manufacturing, EMS, or a similarly complex manufacturing environment.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

• Opportunity to lead a large-scale manufacturing operation and influence site-wide performance.
• Exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making initiatives.
• Career growth opportunities within a global manufacturing organization.
• A culture focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Collaborative environment that encourages leadership development and talent advancement.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
• The ability to make a measurable impact on customers, employees, and business results.

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