Operations Manager

Assistant Plant Manager / Operations Manager Pay or shift range:$80,000 USD to $135,000 USD and generous bonuses.Company paid relocation assistance is available for this position Must now be a US Citizen or Perm Res - Company will not sponsor at this time This major industrial manufacturer is located in upstate NY Conveniently located 45-50 minutes East of Schenectady 30 minutes West of Rome / Utica 60 minutes West of Syracuse This company owns several plants in this area; promotion to Plant Manager is realistic in the future. Send resume in confidence to: JackF@recruitmentsolutionsinc.com We will call you within 24 hours or less Customized product development and dedicated technical services support are company hallmarks.With a sound financial structure and a strong balance sheet that fuels continuous investments in its assets, company offers its customers the security of local product availability through a strong, domestically owned manufacturer and the assurance of long-term viability.POSITION SUMMARY The Operations Manager supports the Plant Manager in the day-to-day leadership of operations.This role helps ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of products while maintaining quality, environmental, and regulatory compliance.The position acts as a bridge between hourly production teams, maintenance, technical resources, and management to optimize machine performance, resolve operational issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.The Operations Manager may assume leadership responsibility for operations in the absence of the Plant Manager.Operational Leadership Assist the Plant Manager in overseeing daily operations to ensure safe, efficient production. Coordinate production priorities and shift activities to meet production and customer requirements. Monitor paper machine performance, troubleshoot process issues, and implement corrective actions. Assist in planning production schedules, machine trials, and grade changes. Serve as a point of contact for operations during off-hours or call-ins as needed.Process Optimization & Technical Support Analyze operational data and production trends to improve machine efficiency and reduce variability. Work with vendors and internal teams to evaluate new technologies and improve processes. Support grade development trials and process improvement initiatives Workforce Coordination Provide guidance and support to hourly operators and shift supervisors. Assist with workforce scheduling, overtime coordination, and operational staffing needs. Support training initiatives for production employees related to safety, quality, and operations. Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.Safety, Quality & Compliance Promote and enforce a safe work environment and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards. Participate in incident investigations and support corrective action implementation. Ensure adherence to quality systems, GMP requirements, and food safety policies. Support environmental compliance including wastewater discharge monitoring and reporting.Continuous Improvement & Projects Identify opportunities for cost savings, waste reduction, and productivity improvements. Support capital projects, machine upgrades, and equipment improvements. Participate in root cause analysis and reliability initiatives.Administrative & Communication Assist with reporting of production metrics, downtime analysis, and operational KPIs. Communicate operational issues and performance updates to leadership. Participate in manufacturing meetings and operational planning discussions.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Chemistry or related field 5years of experience in industrial manufacturing process operations or paper manufacturing. Experience with production data systems or process monitoring tools Supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment COMPETENCIES Ability to troubleshoot operational and process issues Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to respond to operational call-ins when necessary WORK ENVIRONMENT Travel and overtime may be required based on project and operational needs. Send resume in confidence to: JackF@recruitmentsolutionsinc.com We will call you within 24 hours or less Pay:$80,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year Benefits:Relocation assistance Work Location:In person.