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Sr. Operations Manager
Solve Industrial Motion Group (Solve IMG)La Porte, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Jul 2026
About the role
Solve Industrial Motion Group strives to be the trusted source for engineered bearings and power transmission solutions. Supported by a diverse range of products within Solve’s brand portfolio and our unmatched technical expertise, we have over 100,000 ready-to-ship components. At Solve we innovate with ambition, offering custom solutions in a wide range of applications. We obsess over our customers, leveraging our nationwide network for industry leading product availability, and best-in-class customer service. Our engaged team leads with integrity, and unites with purpose, driving toward innovation and continuous improvement every day.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Sr. Operations Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day workflow of the Production Department. Acting as a culture-carrier for Solve, the ideal candidate will be an energetic leader, managing and motivating their Associates, while acting as a “player-coach” and rolling-up their sleeves to manage various hands-on responsibilities when needed. The Sr. Operations Manager will utilize their Lean Manufacturing experience and knowledge, working with a continuous improvement mindset to standardize and implement processes. The ideal candidate will flex their strong communication skills, while collaborating cross-departmentally to ensure seamless transactions throughout the entire operation while being committed to delivering high-quality products, in an efficient manner to support our customers. The Sr. Operations Manager will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and customer service skills and lead by example, in this fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Sr. Operations Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day workflow of the Production Department. Acting as a culture-carrier for Solve, the ideal candidate will be an energetic leader, managing and motivating their Associates, while acting as a “player-coach” and rolling-up their sleeves to manage various hands-on responsibilities when needed. The Sr. Operations Manager will utilize their Lean Manufacturing experience and knowledge, working with a continuous improvement mindset to standardize and implement processes. The ideal candidate will flex their strong communication skills, while collaborating cross-departmentally to ensure seamless transactions throughout the entire operation while being committed to delivering high-quality products, in an efficient manner to support our customers. The Sr. Operations Manager will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and customer service skills and lead by example, in this fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise, train, hire, coach and performance manage all Associates within the operation to maintain high performance, in line with team metrics and KPI’s
- Manage production expectations and goals, in alignment with company standards and targets, to ensure the highest level of quality, accuracy and on-time delivery and collaborate with other departments throughout the organization to accomplish business objectives
- Responsible for development, justification, and implementation of continuous process improvement initiatives in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, efficiency, and capacity
- Implement appropriate metrics, cost control and cost reduction initiatives
- Optimizes the processes in terms of consistent quality and productivity and makes or recommends the modification of procedures, work instructions and/or operator instructions
- Ensure strict adherence to all company manufacturing standards/methods and OSHA compliance standards are met, along with creating and maintaining any corresponding documentation and/or standard operating procedures
- Act as a “change champion” for the operation, and revise any procedures as necessary to adapt to changes within the entire Solve organization
- Bachelors Degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration or related field
- 5+ Years of experience working in a Machining/Manufacturing environment (preferably low volume/high mix)
- 5+ Years of People Management and Leadership experience
- Lean Six Sigma credentials and practical application experience
- Experience having worked with an ERP system
- Experience operating machines
- Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience having worked with bearings, belts and/or power transmission components
- Market competitive benefits package, including company-sponsored health coverage, life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid paternal leave and paid time off
- Work in a collaborative environment with passionate and innovative teammates
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