Manufacturing Operations Manager - Leddy Group : Job Details

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Our growing, successful client is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager for their team! This high-impact, central leadership role will act as a key partner to both the production and commercial sides of the business. You'll enjoy the company's solution-focused, fast-moving culture and the chance to truly build and lead a vital internal function from the ground up.

Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Operations Manager

• Own internal support functions, including Production, IT, HR, Purchasing, Shipping, Maintenance, and administrative processes
• Work hands-on to build structure, transparency, and operational excellence across all support functions, with a particular emphasis on Production
• Drive process improvements and standardize workflows
• Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives (e.g., facility expansion, system rollouts)
• Build strong interfaces with Production, Sales, and Product Development teams
• Manage two direct reports with clarity and accountability
• Promote a collaborative, non-bureaucratic culture

Qualifications of the Manufacturing Operations Manager

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in Operations, Plant/Production Support, ideally within a growing, mid-sized manufacturing company
• Familiar with production environments and internal logistics
• Solid understanding of lean principles and organizational scaling
• Comfortable leading laterally and influencing without formal authority
• Analytical, structured, and effective communicator in English
• Ability to work with strong personalities and influence change
• Independent, self-driven, and highly pragmatic

Please share your resume in confidence for this direct-hire Manufacturing Operations Manager opportunity offering comprehensive benefits. We look forward to connecting with you!

To apply, please email your resume to

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Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

About Leddy Group

Leddy Group, an ESOP Company, is a regional staffing company serving northern New England since 1994. We are real people helping real people find meaningful employment through our specialties: Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, Engineering, HR, Industrial and Skilled Manufacturing.