What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at Unifi?
We are seeking an Operations Manager to join our Reidsville, NC team.
How will you play an integral role?
The Operations Manager provides management and leadership direction for all manufacturing operational activities as required to meet company goals and objectives. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including production, quality, maintenance, cost performance, and compliance with established safety policies, programs, and procedures.
What is essential for success?
- Leadership & People Management: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage, engage, and motivate a diverse team.
- Values & Accountability: Demonstrates strong core values grounded in respect and dignity; recognizes and appreciates employee contributions while maintaining high standards of accountability.
- Safety Leadership: Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring compliance with established safety policies, programs, and procedures.
- Organization & Execution: Proven organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, delegate, and complete complex tasks within established timelines.
- Strategic & Detail-Oriented Thinking: Ability to understand big-picture objectives while maintaining strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the broader impact of decisions.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, analyze information, and simplify complex concepts.
- Drive for Results: Highly motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to set high standards and lead teams to achieve operational, quality, cost, and performance goals.
- Operational Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve complex manufacturing and operational issues in a timely manner.
- Technical & Computer Skills: Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with prior experience working with equipment controls.
- Team Building & Continuous Improvement: Proven ability to build strong teams, gain consensus, foster collaboration, and drive continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops, communicates, and implements initiatives in alignment with company strategies and objectives to meet critical performance measures.
- Ensures operations are compliant with all Company Safety Policies and Programs.
- Promotes an employee-valued and involved work culture based on company core values, such as respect and dignity. Builds strong, motivated teams driven to exceed personal, team, and company goals.
- Manages all variable and fixed costs tied to the annual operational budget.
- Provides short- and long-term leadership direction related to all aspects of the operation, including hiring, staffing, planning, project management, process changes, maintenance, spending, employee relations, and employee development.
- Develops high leadership standards and drives process improvements as required to exceed goals.
- Consults with leadership and hourly team members when troubleshooting problems or improving processes.
- Delegates projects and assignments to meet deadlines while developing key staff.
- Leads key staff meetings and process improvement meetings to gain consensus and prioritize assignments.
- Manages processes as required to meet product quality standards for internal and external customers.
- Serves as a key coordinator and approver for all major maintenance project work.
- Develops and implements critical measurement reports as required to drive operational cost and efficiency improvements.
- Reviews key performance data to recognize outstanding performance while identifying and correcting process and product issues.
Are you qualified for the position?
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Management, or a related field preferred.
- 10 years of management experience, with at least 5 or more of those years in a front-line manufacturing supervisor, department manager or plant manager role.
Have we mentioned our impressive benefits?
- Competitive compensation
- Generous vacation & paid holidays
- Flexible work options
- Comprehensive medical & health benefits
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- & more!
About Us
Become part of the UNIFI® team and help change the world. UNIFI is at the forefront of textile manufacturing innovation and fiber science. We are the people behind REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of recycled fiber. We help major fashion, sports, homeware, and automotive brands make cutting-edge sustainable products. Learn more about what makes Unifi special and how you can start making a difference today.
Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. No immigration sponsorship is available for this role.
Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check, work history review, and drug screening.