Operations Manager - Paducah, KY

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Previous experience leading plant operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing a 24/5 manufacturing or continuous production operation strongly preferred.
• Proven success developing leaders, building engaged teams, and creating organizational capability.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operating budgets, capital investments, and overall plant financial performance.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production planning, quality systems, inventory management, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make sound business decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems (Oracle experience preferred).
• What Success Looks Like
• The successful Operations Manager is a visible and approachable leader who builds trust with employees at every level of the organization. They develop future leaders, create a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and consistently deliver strong results in safety, quality, customer service, employee engagement, and financial performance. They understand that leading a 24/5 manufacturing operation requires strong communication, disciplined execution, and the ability to inspire teams across every shift.