Plant Operations Manager

Position Overview The Plant Operations Manager provides strategic and hands-on leadership for plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective manufacturing performance. This role oversees key functions including Weaving, Finishing, Warehouse, Quality, and Maintenance while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and employee development. Key Responsibilities Lead daily plant operations and establish priorities aligned with customer demand and business objectives. Drive safety, quality, productivity, delivery, cost, and operational performance. Partner cross-functionally with Planning, Supply Chain, Sales, and other teams to meet production requirements. Monitor key manufacturing metrics including output, efficiency, downtime, scrap, labor utilization, and equipment effectiveness. Develop and hold teams accountable to clear performance expectations. Lead quality improvement efforts, including root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and customer quality requirements. Develop proactive preventive and predictive maintenance practices to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime. Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving process flow, and increasing productivity. Support capital planning and provide operational recommendations for equipment and facility investments. Develop talent, strengthen teamwork, and build a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous improvement. Serve as a key operational and quality contact for customers as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in textile, upholstery, or a related industry. Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, safety, quality, maintenance, and production planning. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive measurable operational results. Strong communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience/certification. Experience developing preventive or predictive maintenance programs. Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment. Work Environment Onsite in Reidsville, North Carolina , with domestic and international travel as needed. Combination of professional office and manufacturing plant environments. Must comply with all company safety policies and facility requirements.

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