# Operations Manager

> Cooperidge Consulting Firm · Elmira, United States · Full-time · Posted 2025-09-20

**Salary:** USD 140,000–175,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Skilled Trade & Engineering Professionals

## Description

**Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Plant Operations Leader.** This role is responsible for overseeing 24/7 manufacturing operations in a high-performance facility. The leader will ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement, employee development, and operational excellence. This is a high-impact role requiring strong leadership, accountability, and the ability to align plant operations with strategic business objectives.

**In this role, you will**

-   Lead daily plant operations across production, quality, engineering, materials, HR, and support teams
-   Establish a culture of trust, communication, accountability, and performance metrics
-   Align plant objectives with overall business strategy focused on safety, quality, and efficiency
-   Provide leadership in employee relations, coaching, training, and performance management
-   Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and technical standards
-   Partner with the General Manager and department leaders to achieve targets and solve challenges
-   Lead a team of 20–30 salaried employees while coordinating with vendors and suppliers

## Requirements

-   Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
-   7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, including 5+ years in operations leadership
-   Strong expertise in process improvement, change management, and operational optimization
-   Proven leadership skills in building trust, accountability, and developing talent
-   Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance standards
-   Excellent communication skills, able to engage from shop floor to executive level
-   Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
-   Flexibility and availability to support 24/7 operations, including holidays if needed

## Benefits

-   Full-time roles offering overtime and weekend work opportunities
-   Competitive hourly wages plus potential quarterly bonuses
-   Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
-   Life insurance coverage
-   401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
-   Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
-   Opportunities for career growth and advancement
-   Employee discount programs and perks

## Apply

[Apply at Cooperidge Consulting Firm](https://apply.workable.com/cooperidge-consulting-firm/j/C38D74F1A7/apply)

---
Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)