Operations Manager - 1st Shift
FCD
- Chatfield, MN
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Leominster, MA (On-site)
Shift: 1st Shift | Flexible Start/End (Between 5:00 AM 5:00 PM)
Employment Type: Full-TimeCompany Overview:
Our client, a leading and forward-thinking manufacturing company, is seeking a 1st Shift Operations Manager to support and lead its production teams. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a strong background in sheet metal fabrication and/or machining. The company fosters a culture of autonomy, teamwork, and continuous growth, placing great emphasis on employee well-being and professional development.Key Responsibilities:Safety Management
- Promote and maintain a culture of safety by identifying risks and leading weekly toolbox talks.
- Ensure compliance with all safety policies and standards.
- Lead daily operations, aligning with production schedules and customer needs.
- Assign tasks and resources to meet performance and delivery goals.
- Deliver shift reports and performance updates to senior leadership.
- Monitor productivity using earned ratio and other KPIs.
- Implement continuous improvement projects and resolve performance issues effectively.
- Manage cross-training efforts and maintain detailed training progress records.
- Conduct employee evaluations and support career development initiatives.
- Perform regular inspections of equipment and ensure timely repairs and maintenance.
- Promote an organized and safe workspace in all production areas.
- Lead daily shift meetings and communicate real-time performance data.
- Coordinate with Scheduling, Materials, Engineering, and HR teams.
- Provide real-time and end-of-shift feedback to employees and leadership.
- Enforce company policies and foster a respectful, team-driven work environment.
- Maintain documentation on staff performance, attendance, and machinery data.
- Take proactive ownership of operational issues, staffing, and shift-level planning.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience leading or supervising teams in a sheet metal fabrication and/or machining environment.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and mechanical systems.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with a proactive, fair approach.
- Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify root causes and apply corrective actions.
- Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with assembly operations.
- Ability to interpret and apply production data to drive results.
- Collaborative, solutions-focused, and team-oriented attitude.
- Medical, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)