Operations Manager at Human Technologies, Inc – Lincolnton, North Carolina

Position Title: Operations Manager

Location: Lincolnton, North Carolina

Professional Direct Hire

Description: HTI is seeking an experienced Operations Manager with a leading technical nonwovens manufacturer. This role will oversee the entire plant operation, including production, maintenance, and quality, while driving operational improvements and production efficiency. This position is Direct Hire, Monday – Friday, 1st shift, with on-call responsibility for maintenance issues. Compensation is up to $120,000 base salary plus a target bonus of up to $10,000, depending on experience.
What They Offer:

• Full benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, 401k Match (Starts on day 1)
• Relocation assistance available (based on candidate location)
• 4 weeks of vacation
• Opportunity to lead plant-wide operational initiatives and build engineering capability within the organization
  

What You Need:

• Technical, Engineering, or Textile background
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Textile Engineering preferred
• Manufacturing leadership experience overseeing production operations
• Strong understanding of production metrics, KPIs, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience driving operational improvements and managing cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of maintenance coordination and manufacturing equipment reliability
• Background in textile or nonwovens manufacturing preferred

What Your Role Will Look Like:
The Operations Manager will be responsible for leading the daily operations of the manufacturing facility while driving efficiency, quality, and operational improvements.

• Oversee all aspects of daily plant operations including production, maintenance, and quality
• Analyze production metrics and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities
• Lead operational improvement initiatives including Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement efforts
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams to meet production and quality objectives
• Address and manage maintenance issues and ensure equipment reliability
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to improve plant performance
• Monitor workflows and production processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards
• Support the integration of new technologies and operational processes
• Additional duties as needed and assigned

About HTI
Human Technologies, Inc. (HTI) has been a trusted partner since 1999, collaborating with leading companies to deliver tailored solutions for workforce management, development, and retention. HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V/SO.
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