Manufacturing Operations Manager

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead production performance at our Belton, Missouri facility in a contract capacity with potential for a permanent role. This role oversees daily manufacturing execution with a strong focus on workplace safety, product excellence, and plant output. The position will guide operational areas across production, maintenance, quality, and shipping/receiving while supporting a dependable and efficient manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct day-to-day plant operations to ensure production goals are met efficiently and consistently.
• Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing procedures, addressing risks, and supporting safe work practices across the facility.
• Drive product quality by monitoring performance, resolving process issues, and reinforcing manufacturing standards.
• Improve plant productivity through workflow optimization, resource planning, and coordination of manufacturing activities.
• Lead and support teams across operations, maintenance, quality, and shipping/receiving to maintain smooth facility performance.
• Monitor operational results and identify opportunities to reduce downtime, improve throughput, and strengthen overall efficiency.
• Partner with supervisors and frontline employees to solve production challenges and maintain accountability for results.
• Help maintain organized receiving and shipping processes so materials and finished goods move accurately and on schedule.
• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing operations role within a production facility.
• Strong knowledge of plant safety practices, quality expectations, and productivity management.
• Experience overseeing multiple functional areas such as manufacturing, maintenance, quality, and logistics.
• Ability to lead teams, set priorities, and manage performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in identifying operational issues and implementing practical process improvements.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to work across departments.
• Comfortable using performance metrics to guide decisions and improve plant results.