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This permanent, fully onsite role is responsible for the safe, efficient and consistent performance of a production facility.\nThe successful candidate will lead day-to-day operations, develop frontline leaders and employees, and drive achievement across safety, quality, output, delivery and cost. The position offers meaningful autonomy to improve processes, strengthen accountability and build sustainable operational performance.\nThis opportunity will suit a practical, visible leader who can balance immediate production priorities with employee development and continuous improvement.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, output, delivery and cost objectives.\nSet priorities for supervisors and production teams, monitor results and address operational issues promptly.\nPromote safe working practices and compliance with applicable workplace, environmental and quality requirements.\nManage production planning, staffing, scheduling, workflow and resource allocation.\nTrack operational metrics, analyze performance trends and implement corrective actions.\nLead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, process reliability and product quality.\nCoordinate with maintenance, quality, supply chain and other functions to support reliable operations.\nCoach and develop supervisors and employees through clear expectations, feedback and performance management.\nSupport operating budgets, labor planning and responsible use of materials and equipment.\nCommunicate results, risks, priorities and improvement plans to senior leadership.\nRequirements\nEssential\nAt least 10 years of leadership experience in manufacturing or production operations.\nDemonstrated ability to lead onsite production teams and deliver measurable operational results.\nWorking knowledge of production planning, workplace safety, quality practices and performance management.\nExperience using operational data and key performance indicators to identify issues and improve results.\nAbility to manage competing priorities, solve problems and make sound decisions in a production environment.\nEffective communication, coaching and cross-functional collaboration skills.\nPreferred\nBachelor's degree in operations management, engineering, business or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.\nExperience with Lean manufacturing, root-cause analysis or other continuous improvement methods.\nExperience supporting budgets, labor planning and cost-control initiatives.\nFamiliarity with manufacturing information systems and production reporting tools.\nBenefits\nSalary: $90,000 base salary \nAnnual bonus linked to performance\nMedical insurance.\nParticipation in a retirement savings plan.\nPermanent, full-time, fully onsite role with no travel required.\nAutonomy to manage the team within agreed operational outcomes.\nPotential progression into other operations management roles across the wider organization.\nAgency statement\nKeller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.\nTo learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit our website\nEqual Opportunity policy\nEqual Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy\nEqual Employment Opportunity Statement: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. For all positions, whether with Keller Executive Search or our clients, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.\nCommitment to Diversity: Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected.\nReasonable Accommodations: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals. We engage in an interactive process to determine effective, reasonable accommodations.\nCompensation Information: For client positions, compensation information is available in the job post. If not provided, it will be shared during the interview process in accordance with applicable laws. When required by law, salary ranges will be included in job postings. Actual salary may depend on skills, experience, and comparison to current employees in similar roles. Salary ranges may vary based on role and location.\nCompliance with Laws: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.\nWorkplace Harassment: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on race, skin color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.\nE-Verify Participation: Keller Executive Search and/or our clients may participate in E-Verify. Information about E-Verify participation will be provided during the application process where applicable.\nPrivacy and Pay Equity:\nCalifornia Residents: For more information about the categories of personal information we collect for recruiting and employment purposes, please review our Privacy Policy at www.kellerexecutivesearch.com.\nColorado, Nevada, New York City, California, and Washington Residents: Compensation information is available in the job post or will be provided during the interview process if not initially available.\nBoth Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to pay equity and conduct periodic pay equity analyses in accordance with applicable laws.\nState-Specific Information:\nRhode Island: We do not request or require salary history from applicants.\nConnecticut: We provide wage range information upon request or before discussing compensation.\nNew Jersey: We do not inquire about salary history unless voluntarily disclosed.\nVeteran Status: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients provide equal employment opportunities to veterans and comply with applicable state laws regarding veteran preference in employment. If you are a veteran, please inform us during the application process.\nUse of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment\nKeller Executive Search and our clients may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the recruitment and candidate evaluation process. These tools are used exclusively to support human decision-making by helping to review and assess candidate qualifications and materials. AI is never used to automatically reject, disqualify, or make final hiring decisions about candidates. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by experienced recruitment professionals, and all hiring decisions are made by qualified human recruiters. Our use of AI is designed to enhance fairness, consistency, and efficiency while maintaining our commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination principles.\nGenetic Information: In accordance with federal and state laws, both Keller Executive Search and our clients do not discriminate based on genetic information. 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