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Wanzl North America · 4 hours ago

Operations Manager

Newton, NC, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Wanzl North America is a leading solution provider in the retail and distribution market segments, seeking an Operations Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives at the plant level. The role focuses on deploying the OPEX program, driving continuous improvement projects, and ensuring performance monitoring and quality data auditing for compliance with company standards.

Consumer GoodsManufacturingRetail

Responsibilities

Deploy and sustain the OPEX program within the plant, ensuring alignment with corporate methodologies

Lead Lean and Six Sigma-based projects to reduce waste, optimize processes, and improve KPIs, including operational performance and material flow

Facilitate structured problem-solving sessions (PDCA, 5-Why, Fishbone) to address recurring issues

Monitor operational KPIs and ensure accurate reporting of production and quality data

Audit data integrity across MES, ERP, and quality systems to guarantee compliance with company standards

Support digitalization of dashboards and reporting tools (Power BI, Excel)

Plan, execute, and monitor improvement projects, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget

Prepare project documentation, including charters, timelines, and performance reports

Develop and deliver training on OPEX tools and methodologies for supervisors and operators

Drive cultural change by engaging stakeholders and promoting continuous improvement mindset

Coordinate with Production, Materials, and Quality teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of initiatives

Benchmark best practices and apply innovative solutions to enhance operational performance

Qualification

Lean ManufacturingSix Sigma Black BeltProject ManagementData AnalysisIndustrial KPIsCoachingCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingMentoringFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Lean Manufacturing expert. Proven experience in VSM, identifying current state, future state, areas of optimization and required projects

Six Sigma Black Belt certified. Proven experience in projects implementation

Deep knowledge and proven experience on Problem Solving methodologies

Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations, continuous improvement, or OPEX roles, within Manufacturing

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI)

Deep knowledge on Industrial KPIs (SQMDC)

Excellent project management skills, with a track record of successfully leading cross-functional initiatives

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization, supporting organizational culture change management

Ability to Mentoring and Coaching, increasing Team's motivation and focus

Ability to facilitate Workshops and to manage high exposure presentations

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

Proactiveness and Flexibility are a must

Ability to be self-driven and self-motivated

Result-oriented

Preferred

MBA degree is a plus

Project Management certification is a plus

Company

Wanzl North America

In addition to being the largest manufacturer of shopping carts in North America, Wanzl has solutions for asset protection, point-of-sale, and materials handling.

Founded in 2012

Newton, North Carolina, USA

201-500 employees