Manager, Operations - US

The Manager, Operations will oversee all Operation processes, cell design and optimization, and revenue execution strategies. This role is critical to balancing efficiency with customization in a mixed-model environment, ensuring that high-quality, customized products are delivered on time and within budget. The successful candidate will lead and mentor a team of manufacturing techs and cell leads while implementing strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

We believe in the power of in-person collaboration and the benefits of a strong workplace community. Therefore, this role requires an onsite presence at our South Burlington, VT office. We encourage candidates who are able to relocate or comfortably commute to apply.

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Manufacturing planning and control: Manage the complex manufacturing schedule for mixed-model lines, balancing the build-to-order demand with operational efficiency.
• Process optimization: Implement Lean Manufacturing methodologies to identify and eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve product quality and efficiency.
• Team leadership and development: Lead, motivate, and develop manufacturing techs and leads to foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Performance tracking: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs), analyzing operational data to report on Operations performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with engineering, product management, and sales to align Operations capabilities with market demand and new product launches.
• Safety and compliance: Enforce and improve safety regulations and company policies within the manufacturing facility.
  
  

The team you will be joining:

Our Operations team is responsible for building, testing, packaging, and shipping OnLogic technology around the world. Their tireless attention to detail and commitment to quality lets us boast about how reliable and configurable our systems are. Members of the Operations team cross-train on multiple disciplines to provide us with unparalleled staffing flexibility and the capability to react to any production demand. Always living up to the way we work through continuous improvement and process optimization, Operations is where project plans and technical specifications become a reality. Roles on the Operations team include computer production, hardware testing, fulfillment services, supply chain management, product and process quality, production engineering, and technical support.

Learn more about Life at OnLogic.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related technical field.
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Proven experience in a mixed-model or high-complexity manufacturing setting, preferably in the computer or electronics industry.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management in an agile, custom-order environment.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with modern manufacturing software, MES systems including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Ability to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
  
  

Who we're looking for:

• You are able to pick up new processes quickly and efficiently, and you hold yourself and others accountable.
• You thrive in a very fast growing company with an open and transparent company culture.
• You have excellent communication skills to deal with different suppliers, colleagues, and our global offices.
• You pay attention to detail and exhibit a strong focus on quality (LEAN and ISO experience are a plus). You are organized with excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• You manage time well in an environment with shifting or multiple priorities.
  
  

Who we are:

OnLogic employees have the opportunity to shape our future and drive impactful change. We design and manufacture specialized computers and hardware solutions for companies all over the world, helping them to make the seemingly impossible possible. Our computers are designed to work where others fail, and it's our vision to be the first choice in industrial computing. To make that vision a reality, we've built a team of ambitious problem solvers, guided by the company's core values of Open, Fair, Innovative, and Independent. We have an open office, open salaries, and strive to be fair and transparent in our decision making. We encourage input and feedback from every member of our team and look to improve ourselves and our business every single day.

Diversity is an essential element of our core values. Not just respecting, but actively embracing a variety of backgrounds, life experiences, and opinions, helps us foster innovation, enhances our problem-solving capabilities, and promotes learning and engagement among the members of our team. We strongly encourage those with diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace for all employees. We do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination, or bias based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.

To learn more about our values, our mission and what it's like to work at OnLogic, visit www.onlogic.com/careers.

Benefits

The salary range for this role is $125,000 to $150,000. We determine final compensation based on discussions with applicants and their experience in similar roles.

• A competitive Salary based upon your experience and the requirements of the role
• A comprehensive Benefits package
• 401k Plan with 3% Employer Contribution
• An Annual Profit Share Bonus
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, and Short & Long Term Disability
• Opportunity to Participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• A personal development plan created to help you (and us) grow