Manufacturing Operations Manager
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite
Salary Range: $93,590–$113,833 annually

Advance Your Leadership Career in Food Manufacturing
A rapidly growing food production company with national distribution is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee production activities within a high-volume facility in Colorado Springs.

This position is ideal for an experienced operations leader who enjoys developing teams, optimizing manufacturing performance, and creating a culture centered on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting operational goals while ensuring products are produced efficiently and to the highest standards.

About the Position
The Manufacturing Operations Manager will provide leadership for day-to-day production activities, partnering with supervisors and cross-functional departments to maintain operational excellence. This role requires a hands-on leader capable of balancing people development, process improvement, and performance management in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
Production Leadership

• Direct manufacturing activities to ensure production schedules and operational targets are achieved
• Oversee workflow across multiple shifts and departments
• Promote efficient utilization of labor, equipment, and resources
• Support production planning efforts to maximize output and customer satisfaction

Safety & Quality Excellence

• Champion workplace safety initiatives and reinforce compliance with company policies
• Promote a culture where product quality and food safety remain top priorities
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal quality standards
• Partner with quality teams to address issues and implement preventive measures

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and operational performance
• Lead process improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste and increasing throughput
• Utilize performance metrics to evaluate results and drive decision-making
• Support implementation of Lean principles and best manufacturing practices

Team Development

• Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and production personnel
• Foster accountability, engagement, and professional growth across the workforce
• Assist with workforce planning, staffing needs, and employee performance management
• Build a positive, collaborative environment focused on operational success

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime
• Coordinate with supply chain, quality, and operational departments to support production goals
• Help resolve operational challenges through effective communication and problem-solving
• Participate in strategic initiatives designed to enhance facility performance

Qualifications
Successful candidates will typically bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Food Science, Manufacturing, or a related discipline preferred
• 5 or more years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience in food production or consumer packaged goods manufacturing strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies, and operational excellence principles
• Understanding of GMPs, food safety programs, sanitation requirements, and regulatory compliance
• Experience managing production teams across multiple shifts
• Strong analytical, leadership, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to interpret performance data and translate insights into action plans

Why Join Our Team?

• Opportunity to lead operations within a growing national food manufacturer
• Collaborative culture focused on teamwork and innovation
• Direct influence on production performance and business results
• Career advancement opportunities within an expanding organization
• Commitment to employee development and leadership growth

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings opportunities
• Professional development and advancement potential

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs, without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.