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Operations Manager

Proven Recruiting
Forrest, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
- Forrest City, AR - $120,000 base salary Up to 20% Bonus

Are you a hands-on operations leader who thrives on ownership and building trust on the floor? This is an opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with a well-established, growing industrial services organization where relationships matter, impact is visible, and operational excellence truly drives the business.

You’ll lead a tight-knit, blue-collar team in a high-responsibility role with full P&L ownership, real autonomy, and strong executive support. Industry background is flexible—what matters most is leadership credibility, problem-solving ability, and a roll-up-your-sleeves mindset.

Who you are:

  • Proven operations leader with P&L ownership in manufacturing, plant, warehouse, or distribution environments
  • Hands-on, floor-focused manager who builds trust through action and direct communication
  • Comfortable leading blue-collar teams and handling challenging employee situations with maturity
  • Experience using ERP/HRIS systems (NetSuite, ADP, or similar) in an operational setting
  • Work authorization: No current or future sponsorship available


What you’ll do:

  • Own day-to-day operations and full P&L performance for a single-site operation
  • Lead production, warehouse, inventory, shipping/receiving, and asset management activities
  • Partner closely with sales and business leadership to drive growth and profitability
  • Improve operational processes, productivity, and accountability through hands-on leadership


Why work here:

  • Standard medical benefits, PTO, and 401(k) match
  • Visible leadership role with the ability to make a real turnaround impact in a dominated industry


What does this position pay?

Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and education.

The expected base salary for this role is $120,000 per year, plus a target bonus opportunity. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.

What’s next?

Please email your resume to MStramel@provenrecruiting.com if you’re excited to explore this opportunity with our client.

We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds, from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community. Apply today!

Salary : $120,000

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